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
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.
- you have difficulty swallowing the caplet
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)
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 ag
| 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 |
Other information
- each caplet contains: calcium 148.40 mg, sodium 1.40 mg
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from light.
- for blister: do not use if blister unit is torn or broken
Inactive Ingredients
acesulfame potassium, anhydrous dibasic calcium phosphate, colloidal silicon dioxide, croscarmellose sodium, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid.
Questions or comments?
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Manufactured by:
Granules India Limited
Hyderabad-500 081, INDIA
MADE IN INDIA
