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Posted 3/21/2009 11:52 PM (GMT 0)
Does anyone recommend me taking immodium tomorrow before my flight?

I have to fly to Atlanta and then to Mexio, a total of 7 hours travel time.

Posted 3/22/2009 12:02 AM (GMT 0)
sure, why not? It'll help you actually enjoy your flight, as opposed to worrying about the bathroom. I suppose it depends on what time of day you're flying, but I'd probably opt for it.

Posted 3/22/2009 12:20 AM (GMT 0)

I always take it before flights - about an hour or 2.  Recommended by the doctor, of course and how you tolerate it.  When on vacation, I try to fly later morning or noon - take Imodium 2 hours before (after morning BM).  Each day on vacation I took Imodium after first BM and then was ok for the day - did not get constipated.  Only once I took it early evening as we were going to out later.  I can use only 1/2 - some people need more. 

ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 12:58 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks guys...I just went and bought Imodium AD + relief from cramps, gas and bloating. 

Should I take 1 or 2 tablets before my flight (flight is at 7am)?

During my vacation (only 4 days), should I take 1 every morning as well?

I want this to be a fun vacation with no UC involved!!!

Thanks!

Posted 3/22/2009 1:00 AM (GMT 0)
Hi Elaine, just curious, always since I have had colitis I use Lomotil for cramps and diahrrea, funny I have not read anyone else using it, I can't live without it.  Hope you are doing well...Molly

kops2da said...

I always take it before flights - about an hour or 2.  Recommended by the doctor, of course and how you tolerate it.  When on vacation, I try to fly later morning or noon - take Imodium 2 hours before (after morning BM).  Each day on vacation I took Imodium after first BM and then was ok for the day - did not get constipated.  Only once I took it early evening as we were going to out later.  I can use only 1/2 - some people need more. 

ElaineNY


Posted 3/22/2009 1:09 AM (GMT 0)
I would take two immodium after your first BM's on the days that you are flying. For vacation I would play it by ear. If you are feeling fine don't take it. If you are going somewhere (like hiking or something) where there is limited bathroom, then take it. If you feel like you are going to keep going then take it. I like that you bought the anti-gas one. That works best for me.
Posted 3/22/2009 1:15 AM (GMT 0)

molly - I never heard of Lomotil until I came here.  I have no idea about it - think it is prescription, right.  I have used Imodium for years for diarrhea connected with IBS - long before UC.  My doctor now says as long as I use common sense and using UC medication it is ok.  He also told me I could take pepto bismal occasionally for nausea.   Some do not recommend either.  I no longer have diarrhea but use Imodium when traveling or spending a day away from many toilets.  It gives one peace of mind I guess if nothing else.  It definitely stops diarrhea for me when I overeat or something affecting my IBS - nothing to do with UC - so much fun having both - and GERD!!

Right now trying soooo hard to get into remission.  Tapering prednisone - 4th week on 20 mg. and then two weeks on 15 mg. etc.  Doctor added 6MP 3 weeks ago so kept me on 20 mg. for longer than usual.  Unfortunately, 4 days after starting prednisone the bleeding stopped but returned second week on 20 mg.  I have slight symptoms other than my BM's are streaked with mucous/blood - formed - normal otherwise and only 2 or 3 at most a day.  No cramping, no pain, slight rectal discomform at times - and gas (which I take gasX for).  Hoping 6 MP kicks in SOON!!

ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 1:20 AM (GMT 0)

Yes, Lomotil is by prescription.  I have used it all along.  I have never used Immodium.  I am tapering down on my Prednisone now too and added the 6MP on Wednesday.  I'm not having blood or diahrrea, but in the mornings the urgency to go, but really go just a little to keep being annoying, because at times really don't feel like I could make it to the restroom, that is the part they are hoping can get under control with 6MP because that has always been a problem.   I have had severe bleeding at times, but not so much lately.  That is good.  I also have GERD and take Prilosec, sometimes Prevacid seems to do the job

kops2da said...

molly - I never heard of Lomotil until I came here.  I have no idea about it - think it is prescription, right.  I have used Imodium for years for diarrhea connected with IBS - long before UC.  My doctor now says as long as I use common sense and using UC medication it is ok.  He also told me I could take pepto bismal occasionally for nausea.   Some do not recommend either.  I no longer have diarrhea but use Imodium when traveling or spending a day away from many toilets.  It gives one peace of mind I guess if nothing else.  It definitely stops diarrhea for me when I overeat or something affecting my IBS - nothing to do with UC - so much fun having both - and GERD!!

Right now trying soooo hard to get into remission.  Tapering prednisone - 4th week on 20 mg. and then two weeks on 15 mg. etc.  Doctor added 6MP 3 weeks ago so kept me on 20 mg. for longer than usual.  Unfortunately, 4 days after starting prednisone the bleeding stopped but returned second week on 20 mg.  I have slight symptoms other than my BM's are streaked with mucous/blood - formed - normal otherwise and only 2 or 3 at most a day.  No cramping, no pain, slight rectal discomform at times - and gas (which I take gasX for).  Hoping 6 MP kicks in SOON!!

ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 1:21 AM (GMT 0)
I do a half lomitil when I get up three hours before leaving. Finish other half 2 hours later. Play a second one by ear, maybe an hour into flight I do another half. Lomitil will take an hour at least to start working for me.
Posted 3/22/2009 1:23 AM (GMT 0)

What dose of doses of prednisone and 6MP are you on?  I don't have the urgency anymore and doctor said he thought I was responding to 6MP sooner than some do - I hope.  NO bleeding - just blood mixed with mucous - no red blood at all.  I have inflammation about a foot up the left side last test.

ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 1:25 AM (GMT 0)
Sounds as though my UC is about where yours is.  I am now on 30 mg, in a couple of days will be on 20 mg. Prednisone and 50 mg. 6MP

kops2da said...

What dose of doses of prednisone and 6MP are you on?  I don't have the urgency anymore and doctor said he thought I was responding to 6MP sooner than some do - I hope.  NO bleeding - just blood mixed with mucous - no red blood at all.  I have inflammation about a foot up the left side last test.

ElaineNY


Posted 3/22/2009 1:27 AM (GMT 0)
I always start with a whole one and does kick in within an hour, very seldom have I had to to take a second one, only a few times.

Dr-A said...
I do a half lomitil when I get up three hours before leaving. Finish other half 2 hours later. Play a second one by ear, maybe an hour into flight I do another half. Lomitil will take an hour at least to start working for me.

Posted 3/22/2009 6:59 AM (GMT 0)
Molly Mcbutter,
  You just hijacked Shadam's thread. nono   I'm sure that you didnt' mean to but she is trying to get advice on her flight and you took over the thread. Next time please start your own thread so we can ensure that everyone gets the help they need.
Thanks,
EM
Posted 3/22/2009 2:17 PM (GMT 0)
It is ok Molly - sure you did not know what about hyjacking - can someone explain what we should do - thanks!!  I think I did the hyjacking - sorry - she ask me a question - didn't think it needed a new thread for one answer!  ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 4:09 PM (GMT 0)

Sorry gurgling tummy and EM, didn't realize about this, still pretty new.

gurgling tummy said...
Molly Mcbutter,
  You just hijacked Shadam's thread. nono   I'm sure that you didnt' mean to but she is trying to get advice on her flight and you took over the thread. Next time please start your own thread so we can ensure that everyone gets the help they need.
Thanks,
EM


Post Edited (mollymcbutter) : 3/22/2009 10:13:35 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 3/22/2009 4:20 PM (GMT 0)

Not sure it is a "member's" place to reprimand us.  But - trying to behave here!

ElaineNY

Posted 3/22/2009 5:50 PM (GMT 0)
Two immodium might make you uncomfortable because it could shut you down completely, for a while. If I do that -- and sometime it's necessary for certain activities -- then all I get is gas and blood for a day or so, no poo and feel like I need to go but can't. Ugh. Try one, then take another if you think it's not doing enough, is my advice. Try not to take more than you need to. And take it in the morning after you have eaten and voided all you think you can in the morning, not as soon as you get up. Otherwise you might feel "full" all day.

I hope it works for you. Have a great trip!
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