Loperamide

Overview

4.6 out of 5 (17 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Jan 2021

Last Review Date

28 Feb 2024

Expiration Date

31 Dec 2023

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


 
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Activity Description

Loperamide is an FDA-approved synthetic phenylpiperidine opioid with high lipophilicity and is a medication used to treat various forms of diarrhea. Recognized and approved by the FDA, loperamide is an effective intervention for conditions such as traveler's diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome associated with chronic diarrhea, and acute nonspecific diarrhea in patients older than 2. Loperamide is also indicated for conditions requiring reducing ileostomy output to manage diverse gastrointestinal challenges. However, this medication requires careful consideration due to its potential for misuse, with reports indicating a concerning increase in morbidity and mortality associated with high doses. This activity explores loperamide's indications, contraindications, activities, and adverse events, focusing on the essential elements crucial for members of an interprofessional healthcare team involved in managing patients facing toxicity and its related conditions.

As the misuse of loperamide gains prevalence, this activity discusses the complexities surrounding its abuse, providing crucial insights for healthcare professionals. Understanding the risks and nuances associated with loperamide is paramount, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care that addresses potential complications and sequelae.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify appropriate patient candidates for loperamide therapy based on medical history and the presence of diarrhea.

  • Screen patients for potential contraindications, drug interactions, and risk factors for loperamide misuse to ensure safe and appropriate use.

  • Apply evidence-based guidelines and best practices for using loperamide in different clinical scenarios, such as chemotherapy-induced diarrhea or non-medical use.

  • Communicate the risks and benefits of loperamide therapy to patients, ensuring they understand the proper use and potential adverse effects.

Disclosures

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) requires instructors, planners, managers, and other individuals who are in a position to control the content of this activity to disclose any real or apparent conflict of interest they or their immediate family may have as related to the content of this activity. All identified conflicts of interest are thoroughly vetted by CUSOM for resolution, to ensure fair balance, scientific objectivity of studies mentioned in the materials or used as the basis for content, and appropriateness of patient care recommendations.

CUSOM will identify, review, and resolve all conflicts of interest that faculty, authors, activity directors, planners, managers, peer reviewers, or relevant staff disclose prior to an educational activity being delivered to learners. Disclosure of a relationship is not intended to suggest or condone bias in any presentation but is made to provide participants with information that might be of potential importance to their evaluation of a presentation. Disclosure information for authors, editors, planners, peer reviewers, and/or relevant staff is provided with this activity.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

 

 

The Campbell University Jerry M. Wallace School of Osteopathic Medicine (CUSOM) is accredited by the American Osteopathic Association to provide osteopathic continuing medical education for physicians. CUSOM designates this enduring material for a maximum of 1.00 AOA Category 1 B Credits and will report CME credits commensurate with the extent of the physician's participation in the activity.

Cancellation Policy: Cancellations must be received in writing and a money back guarantee is provided if not completely satisfied.

  • StatPearls and CUSOM reserve the right to cancel any course due to unforeseen circumstances. StatPearls and CUSOM will not be responsible for other expenses incurred by the participant in the unlikely event that the program is canceled.

Equal Opportunity

  • StatPearls and CUSOM are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action / Equal Access Institutions. 

Medium or Media Used:

  • Computer Requirements:  Internet Access
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Instructions for Credit

  1. Register for the activity and create a StatPearls login.     
  2. Review the required accreditation information:  Target audience, learning objectives and disclosure information.
  3. Complete the entire self-study activity.
  4. Complete the post-test assessments.
  5. Successfully pass the post-test with a minimum score of 100%.
  6. Complete the evaluation form.
  7. Obtain a certificate.

StatPearls and CUSOM adheres to AOA Standards regarding commercial support of continuing medical education. It is the policy of StatPearls and Campbell that the faculty and planning committee disclose real or apparent conflicts of interest relating to the topics of this educational activity, that relevant conflict(s) of interest are resolved and also that authors and editors will disclose any unlabeled/unapproved use of drug(s) or device(s) during their presentation. Detailed disclosure will be made prior to starting the activity.

The information provided at this CME/CE activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition.

This course is intended for osteopathic physicians who wish to earn AOA CME credit. Take this version of the course to ensure you receive appropriate credit.

 

 
 

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