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Selected from data included with permission and copyrighted by First Databank, Inc. This copyrighted material has been downloaded from a licensed data provider and is not for distribution, except as may be authorized by the applicable terms of use. CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment. Do not take other painkillers, like ibuprofen or aspirin, with Pepto-Bismol without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. This could cause side effects. Mixing Pepto-Bismol with other indigestion medicinesDo not combine different medicines for indigestion without asking a pharmacist or doctor for advice. If Pepto-Bismol is not helping with your symptoms, speak to your doctor or a pharmacist. They may be able to recommend a different medicine. Mixing Pepto-Bismol with herbal remedies and supplementsIt's not possible to say whether complementary medicines, herbal remedies and supplements are safe to take with Pepto-Bismol. They're not tested in the same way as pharmacy and prescription medicines. They're generally not tested for the effect they have on other medicines. Important: Medicine safetyTell your doctor or pharmacist if you're taking any other medicines, including herbal remedies, vitamins or supplements. No interactions were found between Imodium and Pepto-Bismol. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider. A total of 332 drugs are known to interact with Imodium.
A total of 133 drugs are known to interact with Pepto-Bismol.
Drug and food interactionsAlcohol can increase the nervous system side effects of loperamide such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Some people may also experience impairment in thinking and judgment. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with loperamide. Do not use more than the recommended dose of loperamide, and avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medication affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns. Switch to professional interaction data Therapeutic duplication warningsNo warnings were found for your selected drugs. Therapeutic duplication warnings are only returned when drugs within the same group exceed the recommended therapeutic duplication maximum. Report options
QR code containing a link to this page Drug Interaction ClassificationThese classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.MajorHighly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.ModerateModerately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.MinorMinimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.UnknownNo interaction information available.Further informationAlways consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances. Medical Disclaimer Check for InteractionsTo view an interaction report containing 4 (or more) medications, please sign in or create an account. Save Interactions ListSign in to your account to save this drug interaction list. Save Interactions ListSave to My Med ListAdd your drug list to My Med List to view medical information in a simple, easy-to-read, personalized format. Automatically receive FDA alerts, drug interaction warnings, plus data on food, allergy & condition interactions. Can I take Imodium after taking PeptoThey can also increase your risk of side effects. Because of this, you shouldn't take Imodium A-D and Pepto-Bismol together. Taking them together won't increase how well they work for you. Instead, doing so can increase your risk of side effects.
When should I take Imodium and PeptoImodium A-D mainly treats diarrhea. Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) can treat diarrhea and relieve other symptoms, like heartburn, indigestion, and nausea. There's some evidence that Imodium A-D works faster than Pepto-Bismol. But it can potentially interact with other medications you're taking.
What if I still have diarrhea after taking PeptoSo, if you experience any side effects at all, you should stop using Pepto-Bismol. If you experience diarrhea after starting the medication, it's best to stay well hydrated. The darkening of the tongue or stool is harmless and will resolve on its own within a few days of stopping Pepto-Bismol.
How many hours apart should you take Imodium?Dosage for Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief
The recommended dosage for adults and children ages 12 years and older is as follows: Take two caplets after your first loose stool. Then take one caplet after each loose stool that follows. But don't take more than four caplets within 24 hours.
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