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Can I eat this with Loperamide?
Alcohol increases side effects like sleepiness and dizziness. Fatty or spicy food can make diarrhoea and nausea worse.
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Type any food below for an instant verdict — we check 44 foods and drinks for Loperamide (0 to avoid, 39 to take care with) — or tap one below.
Quick answers
- Should I take Loperamide with food?
- You can take loperamide with or without food.
- Can I drink alcohol with Loperamide?
- Yes, with care. Alcohol makes you more likely to have side effects such as feeling sleepy or dizzy.
- Can I eat fatty food with Loperamide?
- Yes, with care. If you have diarrhoea, it's best to avoid fatty or spicy food.
- Can I eat spicy food with Loperamide?
- Yes, with care. If you have diarrhoea, it's best to avoid fatty or spicy food.
- Can I eat rich food with Loperamide?
- Yes, with care. Avoid rich or spicy food if you feel sick, as it may help.
- Can I eat lentils with Loperamide?
- Yes, with care. Avoid foods that cause farting like lentils, beans and onions if this is a problem.
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1 · What do you take?
Alcohol increases side effects like sleepiness and dizziness. Fatty or spicy food can make diarrhoea and nausea worse.
You can take loperamide with or without food. Avoid alcohol while taking it, as this makes side effects like sleepiness and dizziness more likely. If you have diarrhoea, it's best to avoid fatty or spicy food. Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration.
Browse our medication food guides →2 · What do you want to eat or drink?
When to take it: You can take loperamide with or without food.
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Further reading on Loperamide
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About loperamide
NHS medicines information on loperamide – what it's used for and key facts.
NHS website
Who can and cannot take loperamide
NHS medicines information on who can take loperamide and who may not be able to take it.
NHS website
How and when to take loperamide
NHS medicines information on dosage for loperamide, how to take it and what to do if you miss a dose or take too much.
NHS website
Side effects of loperamide
NHS medicines information on side effects of loperamide and what you can do to cope.
NHS website
Taking loperamide with other medicines and herbal supplements
NHS medicines information on possible interactions with loperamide and other medicines, herbal remedies and supplements.
The Journal
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