Drug Facts
Composition & Profile
Identifiers & Packaging
Package/Label Principal Display Panel Walgreens Compare to the active ingredient in Imodium ® A-D Anti-Diarrheal Oral Solution LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL SOLUTION 1 mg PER 7.5 mL / ANTI-DIARRHEAL ORAL SOLUTION ● Controls the symptoms of diarrhea Mint Flavor NET 4 FL OZ (120 mL) walgreens-anti-diarrheal-oral-solution-container-image.jpg
- Package/Label Principal Display Panel Walgreens Compare to the active ingredient in Imodium ® A-D Anti-Diarrheal Oral Solution LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL SOLUTION 1 mg PER 7.5 mL / ANTI-DIARRHEAL ORAL SOLUTION ● Controls the symptoms of diarrhea Mint Flavor NET 4 FL OZ (120 mL) walgreens-anti-diarrheal-oral-solution-container-image.jpg
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 • use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device. • mL = milliliter adults and children 12 years and over 30 mL after the first loose stool; 15 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 60 mL in 24 hours children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) 15 mL after the first loose stool; 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 45 mL in 24 hours children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) 15 mL after the first loose stool; 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 30 mL 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 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 • a history of abnormal heart rhythm Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Loperamide may interact with certain prescription drugs. 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 contains: sodium 15 mg • store between 20-25 ° C (68-77 ° F)
Questions
Questions or comments? 1-800-719-9260
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