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Medication for the symptomatic treatment of occasional acute diarrhoea in adults and children from 12 years of age.
Pack of 20 capsules.
Fortasec 2 mg is a medicine formulated with loperamide, an active substance used for the treatment of occasional acute diarrhoea . Its action softens bowel movements and secretions, thereby reducing watery stools.
It comes in a pack of 20 capsules.
Fortasec contains only loperamide, an active ingredient that works by reducing intestinal motility to stop occasional acute diarrhoea. On the other hand,Fortasec Plus, which combines loperamide with simethicone, not only helps to stop diarrhoea, but also excess gas, bloating and associated cramping.
Fortasec for diarrhoea is suitable for use in adults and adolescents over 12 years of age.
Take one capsule, with a glass of water to make swallowing easier.
How often should Fortasec be taken? The dose of Fortasec varies depending on the patient's weight and age:
In adults: initially take 2 capsules together and continue with another capsule after each bowel movement, with a maximum of 8 capsules a day.
In adolescents (12 to 18 years): start by taking one Fortasec tablet and take another capsule after each bowel movement. In this case, the maximum number of capsules depends on body weight:
From 27 kg: Maximum 4 capsules.
From 34 kg: Maximum 5 capsules.
From 40 kg: Maximum 6 capsules.
From 47 kg: Maximum 7 capsules.
The effect of Fortasec usually starts within 1 to 4 hours after the first intake, although this may vary depending on the presentation and the patient.
In most cases, the effect starts to be felt around one hour after administration in the oral freeze-dried presentations (Fortasec Flas). For hard capsules, the onset of effect may take up to 5 hours, as absorption is slower compared to oral freeze-dried presentations.
How long does the effect of Fortasec last? The duration of effect is usually maintained for about 24 hours.
Do not use Fortasec capsules:
If you have high fever, blood in stools, ulcerative colitis, severe diarrhoea after antibiotics, diarrhoea caused by any infection (Salmonella, Shigella, Campylobacter).
In patients with allergy to the active substance or to any of its excipients.
If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, without first consulting your doctor.
If you have an intolerance to certain sugars, you should consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
If constipation, abdominal bloating or absence of bowel movements occur after taking the medicine, treatment should be stopped promptly and the doctor should be consulted.
Fortasec capsules may cause side effects, as with all medicines. This does not mean that all people will experience side effects. In this case, the following have been observed:
Frequency not known:
Upper abdominal pain.
Abdominal pain radiating to the back.
Tenderness when touching the abdomen.
Fever.
rapid pulse
nausea
vomiting
If any side effects occur, stop taking the medicine and consult your doctor.
The active substance in Fortasec is loperamide. Each Fortasec capsule contains 2 mg loperamide hydrochloride. The other excipients are: Lactose, talc, magnesium stearate and maize starch. Gelatin, iron oxide yellow (E172), titanium dioxide (E171), indigotine (E132), erythrosine (E127) and iron oxide black (E172).
Fortasec without prescription comes in the form of grey and green hard gelatine capsules, which do not require special storage conditions. They should be taken whole with a glass of water and drink plenty of fluids throughout the day to avoid dehydration.
Do not take more tablets than recommended.
Read the package leaflet included with the medicine Fortasec carefully. If you have any questions, you can ask our team of expert pharmacists.
The price of non-prescription medicines is fixed by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy Fortasec 2mg, in its 20 capsule format, at a discount of 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.
