Lomotil Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of diarrhea. It manages the symptoms of diarrhea such as stomach pain, cramps, and loose stools. Lomotil Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are indigestion, constipation, dryness in mouth, cough, flushing of skin, blurred vision, confusion, difficulty in urination, and bronchoconstriction (constriction of air passages). Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. It may also cause dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Consult your doctor immediately if you experience any allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling, and itching.

• Constipation
• Dryness in mouth
• Cough
• Flushing of skin
• Blurred vision
• Drowsiness
• Dizziness
• Confusion
• Difficulty in urination
• Bronchoconstriction (constriction of air passages)

If you miss a dose of Lomotil Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Can the use of Lomotil Tablet cause dry mouth??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Lomotil Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons), spicy and salty.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Lomotil Tablet cause constipation??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Lomotil Tablet can cause constipation. Talk to your doctor if constipation occurs.
• Q. Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lomotil Tablet??
  Ans: Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
• Q. Q. Can the use of Lomotil Tablet cause dizziness??
  Ans: Yes, the use of Lomotil Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
• Q. Q. Can I drink alcohol while taking Lomotil Tablet??
  Ans: No, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Lomotil Tablet. Drinking alcohol will increase the severity of drowsiness and sleepiness caused by Lomotil Tablet.

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