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What Are The Side Effects Of Imodium?

I have had the following S/S for past 2 weeks - fatigue , weakness , SOB , abdominal cramping , frequent loose , watery stools w/ lg amts of mucous and what appears to be tissue ( looks like sausage casing ) , when there is actual stool it is very tiny , very light colored . I have little or no control - with night time incontinence . I have had prior Hx of ulcerative colitis , also constipation that lasts 2wks w/ no stool at all ( will then wake up with severe cramping beginning in area of stomach and moving through digestive system - will then have large BM,s for about 3 days - cycle then repeats . ) There has been no noticeable bleeding - my appetite is ok one day and then don t feel hungry for a few days , weight goes up and down (5-8#). I am afraid to take Imodium ( so that I can leave the house ) because I am unsure of underlying cause ??? Thank you for your consideration / help . Arlene
Fri, 9 Apr 2021
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Hello,

Imodium can cause side effects and it should be taken after consulting a gastroenterologist only. You should consult a gastroenterologist personally for adjusting your doses.

Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Regards,
Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist
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What Are The Side Effects Of Imodium?

Hello, Imodium can cause side effects and it should be taken after consulting a gastroenterologist only. You should consult a gastroenterologist personally for adjusting your doses. Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Bhanu Partap, Cardiologist