Brand name: Gastro-Lieve TM
Active ingredients: loperamide
Pack: Gastro-Lieve 2 mg capsule, 20, blister pack
What it is used for
For symptomatic treatment of acute non-specific diarrhoea
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Oral. This medicine is taken by mouth.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 48 Months.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
Dark green coloured cap and Light grey coloured body, Size ‘3’ non-brittle hard gelatin capsules containing white granular powder.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient loperamide
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems