Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
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Overview
Uses Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
Indications & Usage
Uses Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
Dosage & Administration
Directions drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea take only on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) take with a full (8 oz.) glass of water find right dose on chart below. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. adults and children 12 years and over 2 caplets after the first loose stool; 1 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 caplets in 24 hours children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 caplets in 24 hours children 2-5 years (34 to 47 lbs) ask a doctor children under 2 years (up to 33 lbs) do not use
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to Loperamide HCl. Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death.
Purpose
Purposes Anti-diarrheal Anti-gas
Do Not Use
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool if you have difficulty swallowing
When Using
When using this product tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery.
Stop Use & Ask a Doctor
Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms get worse diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days you have difficulty swallowing the caplet you get abdominal swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition.
Keep Out of Reach of Children
Keep out of reach of children In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Storage & Handling
Other information each caplet contains: calcium 155 mg, sodium 3 mg store at 20-25°C (68-77°F) protect from light
Questions
Questions? call toll-free 1-866-933-6337
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