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1 Gastro-intestinal system
01-04-02 Antimotility drugs

Codeine
Formulary

Avoid long term use due to possible dependence


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Loperamide
Formulary

Capsules are more cost effective than tablets

Loperamide melts (orodispersible) tablets are reserved for high risk stoma output patients  and patients with swallowing difficulty only

Not to be used if C.diff is suspected

Caution in patients with a history of recent or repeated antibiotic use as increased risk of C.diff infection in this group

Link  UKMI Q&A: High dose loperamide to reduce stoma output

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Loperamide with simeticone
Formulary

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Kaolin and Morphine Mixture
Non Formulary

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