Diarfin 2 mg 20 cápsulas

What is Diarfin and what is it used for?
Diarfin is an antidiarrheal that reduces intestinal movements and secretions, resulting in less frequent loose stools.
Diarfin is used for the symptomatic treatment of acute, nonspecific diarrhea in adults and children over 12 years of age.
You should consult a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 2 days.

How to take Diarfin
Follow the instructions for taking this medicine exactly as described in this leaflet or as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. If you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.

The recommended dose is:
Adults
2 capsules (4 mg of loperamide hydrochloride) as an initial dose, followed by 1 capsule (2 mg of loperamide hydrochloride) after each diarrheal bowel movement.

The maximum adult dose is 8 capsules (16 mg of loperamide hydrochloride) per day.

Children over 12 years of age:
1 capsule (2 mg of loperamide hydrochloride) as an initial dose, followed by 1 capsule (2 mg of loperamide hydrochloride) after each diarrheal bowel movement.
In children, the maximum daily dose should be related to body weight:

Child's Weight      Maximum Number of Capsules per Day
From 27 kg          Maximum 4 capsules
From 34 kg          Maximum 5 capsules
From 40 kg          Maximum 6 capsules
From 47 kg          Maximum 7 capsules


LEAFLET