Loperamide and Constipation: What Users Say

• Ele...
• August 8, 2019

Loperamide for Diarrhea, Chronic "My sister and I both have ongoing diarrhea. Every single day. 1-2 times a day for me, but more for her. All females in our family have it. It’s our family curse. But we took 2 of these pills for only two days, and we didn’t have any intestinal activity for the next five days. From taking two tablets for two days (so we took only 4 mg each day, once a day, for only two days), we took that tiny, small amount and didn’t have even a slight cramp, not even a bubble in our intestine, nothing for five days. This never happens, and we both were somewhat constipated still even on day 5. I don't know how anyone is saying it didn’t work. It definitely worked for us, at least."

• Jac...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 19, 2024

For Lymphocytic Colitis "I read all the reviews and didn't read any that had lymphocytic colitis, so thought I would chime in. Lymphocytic colitis is a condition where your body thinks there's an infection of some kind, but there really isn't. Anyway, I have had to experiment with the dosage and have found that one pill in the morning is right for me. Occasionally, I have to take half a pill extra or cut back half a pill if I start to get constipated, but now I have my life back. This product is wonderful. I've been taking it now for about 1 year with no side effects that I'm aware of. I'll probably be on it for the rest of my life since there is no cure for what I have. By the way, if you have a Bi-Mart in town, they have the best price and it comes in a small bottle of 100, and all the pills are loose inside, so no cutting and fighting with blister packs."

• Fis...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 17, 2024

For Diarrhea, Chronic "I have spent the last year going to doctors. I had a contrast CT scan, a scope with biopsy. There is nothing physically wrong. I suffer from PTSD symptoms. The doctor said high adrenaline levels and little sleep are the issue. I cannot take bismuth or other drugs that coat your insides because I take diazepam. (That must be absorbed) Loperamide: I took 1 tablet (probably 2mg). It made things worse! I had the same bad cramps, but was constipated and could not use the toilet for 3 days. It did not help with the pain at all. It might have made it worse. Maybe I will try a lower dose. I've already had piles and a fissure. The cramps are nothing compared to a fissure. Which is what I am trying to avoid!"

• Fis...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 6, 2024

For Diarrhea, Chronic "Ok, my last review. To be completely fair, I have seen a doctor and there is nothing to do right now. More tests. So I am taking Loperamide daily now, and a gel Simethicone. Take caution at first. It can make you constipated very easily. The box recommends taking way too much! I am taking the lowest dose possible. Opiate tolerance is real. After 1 week, I had to double the dose to 2 mg. It is working the same now. It should level off. I have read white papers about people taking Loperamide for 500+ days daily. It seems to be safe if you don't take a large dose. Everyone is different, and I am desperate. I don't want another fissure! The pharmacist didn't know anything more than the back of the box. 1-3 days of tummy trouble. I would prefer Bismuth Silicate. Again, I can't take drugs that coat your insides because I take Diazepam for PTSD. The reason I don't sleep/digest and have bowel issues. Loperamide is good. Dose varies per person, start low. They act quickly. Opiate tolerance is real."

• Fis...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 25, 2024

For Diarrhea, Chronic "I came back to re-review. People are different. The box says to take no more than 16mg in 24 hours. 2mg was too much for me. Tonight, I took 1mg. I still have abdominal pain, but it's eased and I don't feel the need to go to the bathroom every hour or more. A+! I'm hurting myself going to the bathroom too often. I am also going to take simethicone for the gas. I do have unpassed gas that I can feel. Both drugs are sold in a pill combined at the store. I had no idea. But I need a low dose of loperamide and a high dose of simethicone for relief so taking them separately is for the best. I have felt the need to 'go' so with luck, I will not be constipated for 3 days and have normal bowel movements finally! I've changed my diet, celiac, lactose, meats, I've done it all! I eat white bread/rice and cheese or some kind of bean. Otherwise, I feel like I've been punched in the stomach."

• Hop...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• March 6, 2021

For Diarrhea "Works very well at calming my IBS. No issues at all other than constipation if I overdo it."