Loperamide (Imodium) is a peripheral opioid receptor agonist that acts on the mu-opioid receptors in the myenteric plexus of the large intestine without affecting the mu-receptors in the CNS. It works by slowing gastrointestinal motility, thereby allowing more time for fluid and electrolytes to be...
Alternate names Suboxone, torbugesic, fentanyl, buprenorphine, Buprenex, Subutex, alfentanil, Alfenta, codeine, etorphine, M99, Duragesic, Actiq, Sublimaze, heroin, hydrocodone, Lorcet, Lortab, opioid, opioids, Vicodin, Vicoprofen, Lortab, hydromorphone, Dilaudid, loperamide, Imodium, Dimor, Lopex,...