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Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package/Label Principal Display Panel Compare to Imodium® A-D active ingredient Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Anti-Diarrheal Controls the Symptoms of Diarrhea 1 mg Loperamide Hydrochloride per 7.5 mL 4 FL OZ (120 mL) Mint Flavor Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 1 Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 2 Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 3
- Package/Label Principal Display Panel Compare to Imodium® A-D active ingredient Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Anti-Diarrheal Controls the Symptoms of Diarrhea 1 mg Loperamide Hydrochloride per 7.5 mL 4 FL OZ (120 mL) Mint Flavor Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 1 Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 2 Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Suspension Image 3
Overview
Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
Indications & Usage
Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
Dosage & Administration
Directions • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea • find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age. • shake well before using • only use attached measuring cup to dose product adults and children 12 years and over 30 mL (6 tsp) after the first loose stool; 15 mL (3 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) 15 mL (3 tsp) after the first loose stool; 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 45 mL (9 tsp) in 24 hours children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) 15 mL (3 tsp) after the first loose stool; 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 30 mL (6 tsp) in 24 hours children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs) ask a doctor
Warnings & Precautions
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide HCl Do not use if you have bloody or black stool Ask a doctor before use if you have • fever • mucus in the stool • a history of liver disease Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking antibiotics When using this product • tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery. Stop use and ask a doctor if • symptoms get worse • diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days • you get abdominal swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Purpose
Purpose Anti-diarrheal
Do Not Use
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool
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 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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Storage & Handling
Other information • each 30 mL (6 tsp) contains: sodium 15 mg • store between 20-25°C (68-77°F) • see side panel for lot number and expiration date
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
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