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I was just wondering if anyone has been advised it’s safe to take loperamide during pregnancy?

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BabsyWabsy

The information leaflet might give you some idea, but also, ask your medical team.

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Superzob

Manufacturer advises avoidance in pregnancy, according to the BNF (bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/loper...

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ScottishDad

I have been tagged as I have experience with loperamide, however not along with pregnancy.

Loperamide does help and I use daily, wish I did not have too, not sure it's great longterm

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