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Gastro-Stop TM
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Active ingredients: loperamide
Brand name
(ARTG)
: GASTRO-STOP loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg capsule blister pack (new formulation)What this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
Control and symptomatic treatment of acute non-specific diarrhoea, and of chronic diarrhoea. Reduction of the volume of discharge in patients with ileostomies, colostomies and other intestinal resections.
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Capsule, hard
- Oral
- Size 3 capsule with green cap and gray body
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is
- 12 pack
- 20 pack
These medicine packs are available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
- 60 pack
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 6 pack
- 8 pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
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
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You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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