Active ingredientDIMETHICONE, LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE
Label structure8 sections
Dosage and administration
• 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 tablets after the first loose stool; 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than ...
(in each tablet)
Loperamide Hydrochloride USP 2 mg
Simethicone USP 125 mg
PURPOSES
OTC - PURPOSE SECTION
Anti-diarrheal
Anti-gas
USE(S)
INDICATIONS & USAGE SECTION
relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
WARNINGS
WARNINGS SECTION
Allergry alert: Do not user if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide hydrochloride
HEART ALERT
WARNINGS SECTION
Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death.
DO NOT USE
OTC - DO NOT USE SECTION
• if you have bloody or black stool
• if you have difficulty swallowing
ASK A DOCTOR BEFORE USE IF YOU HAVE
OTC - ASK DOCTOR SECTION
• fever
• mucus in the stool
• a history of liver disease
• a history of abnormal heart rhythm
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF
OTC - ASK DOCTOR/PHARMACIST SECTION
you are taking a prescription drug. Loperamide may interact with certain prescription drugs.
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT
OTC - WHEN USING SECTION
tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery.
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF
OTC - STOP USE SECTION
• symptoms get worse
• diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days
• you get abdominal swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition.
• you have difficulty swallowing the tablet
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
If pregnant or breast-feeding
OTC - PREGNANCY OR BREAST FEEDING SECTION
ask a health professional before use.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN
OTC - KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN SECTION
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
DIRECTIONS
DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION SECTION
• 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 tablets after the first loose stool; 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 tablets in 24 hours
children 9-11 years
(60-95 lbs)
1 tablet after the first loose stool; 1/2 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 tablets in 24 hours
children 6-8 years
(48-59 lbs)
1 tablet after the first loose stool; 1/2 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 tablets 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
OTHER INFORMATION
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
• each tablet contains:
calcium 640 mg, very low sodium and potassium 5.838 mg
• store between 20 to 25°C (68 to 77°F). Protect from light.
• do not use if carton is open or if blister unit is open or torn
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