Each caplet (capsule-shaped tablet) contains 2 mg Loperamide Hydrochloride
Original Prescription Strength
Compare to active ingredient of Imodium® A-D**
Use:
Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea.
Directions:
Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration, which may accompany diarrhea. Find right dose on chart. 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 a day.
Children 9 - 11 years (60 - 95 lbs.): 1 caplet after the loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets a day.
Children 6 - 8 years (48 - 59 lbs.): 1 caplet after the first loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 caplets a day.
Children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs.): Ask a doctor (not intended for use in children under 6 years old).
Active Ingredient (in each caplet):
Loperamide HCI 2 mg. Purpose: Anti-diarrheal.
Inactive Ingredients:
Anhydrous Lactose, Carnauba Wax, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD & C Blue No. 1, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Pregelatinized Starch.
Warnings:
Allergy Alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide HCI.
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool.
Asl a doctor before use if you have
- mucus present in your stool
- high fever (greater than 101 degrees fahrenheit)
- a history of liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking antibiotics.
Stop use and ask a doctor if diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days.
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 Central right away.
**This product is not manufactured or distributed by McNeil Consumer Healthcare, distributor of Imodium® A-D.