Loperamide Hydrochloride Dailymed
Generic: loperamide hydrochloride is used for the treatment of Colonic Diseases, Functional Constipation Diarrhea Dysentery, Bacillary Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Escherichia coli Infections Hemorrhage Salmonella Infections
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Active Ingredient (in Each Capsule)
Loperamide Hydrochloride USP, 2 mg
Purpose
Anti-diarrheal
Use
controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea
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
- in children under 12 years of age
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- fever
- mucus in 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.
Directions
- drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
- not for use in children under 12 years of age
- adults and children 12 years and over: 2 softgels after the first loose stool; 1 softgel after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 softgels in 24 hours
Other Information
- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Protect from Light.
- avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F)
- do not use if carton or buler unit is open or torn
- see side panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive Ingredients
butylated hydroxyanisole, FD&C Blue #1, gelatin, glycerol, glyceryl mono caprylo caprate, polyoxyl 40 hydrogenated castor oil, purified water,
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Distributed by:
Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories Inc.,
Princeton, NJ 08540
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**COMPARE TO THE ACTIVE INGREDIENT IN IMODIUM ® A-D
Loperamide Hydrochloride Capsules USP, 2 mg
Anti-Diarrheal
Suitable for adults and children 12 years and over
12 Softgels*
* each Liquid-filled capsule contains 2 mg Loperamide Hydrochloride, USP
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