Kaopectate II Active Ingredient
Kaopectate II contains Loperamide as an active ingredient. Loperamide is used to treat diarrhea.
Kaopectate II Mechanism of Action
Loperamide helps to minimize fecal incontinence and urgency by increasing the tone of the anal sphincter.
Kaopectate II Side Effects
- Constipation
- Fatigue
- Blood in stool
- Rash
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Difficulty in breathing
What is the difference between Kaopectate and Imodium?
Kaopectate contains bismuth subsalicylate as an active ingredient while Imodium has loperamide as an active ingredient. Both are used in the treatment of diarrhea and stomach upset.
How long does it take for Kaopectate II to work?
After taking a single dose of 4mg, Kaopectate shows the onset of anti-diarrheal action in an hour.
Kaopectate and Imodium are trade names of?
Loperamide; an anti-diarrheal drug, is sold under the following trade names:
- Imodium
- Kaopectate 1-D
- Maalox Anti-Diarrheal
- Pepto Diarrhea Control
Are Kaopectate and Imodium the same?
- Kaopectate active ingredient: Bismuth subsalicylate
- Imodium active ingredient:Â Loperamide
Kaopectate is a drug that is used to treat diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, indigestion, gas, and stomach distress. It works by assisting in the slowing down of microorganisms that can cause diarrhea.
Imodium Capsule is an anti-diarrhea medication. It should not be given to patients who have dysentery.
Can I take Imodium and Kaopectate at the same time?
Taking some medications at the same time can produce an interaction known as drug-drug interaction. Interactions can reduce the effectiveness of one or more of the medications involved. They can also make you more susceptible to negative effects of drugs.
As a result, you should avoid taking Imodium A-D and Pepto-Bismol / Kaopectate at the same time. Putting them simultaneously won’t make them work better for you. Rather, it can put you at risk for untoward effects.
Before using Imodium A-D, Pepto-Bismol, or Kaopectate, consult your doctor if you are taking any other medications.
References
Kaopectate 1-D (Generic Loperamide)
