Loperamide Hydrochloride and Simethicone (loperamide hydrochloride and simethicone tablet) Dailymed
Generic: loperamide hydrochloride and simethicone is used for the treatment of Colonic Diseases, Functional Constipation Diarrhea Dysentery, Bacillary Enterocolitis, Pseudomembranous Escherichia coli Infections Hemorrhage Salmonella Infections Flatulence
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Drug Facts
Active ingredients (in each caplet)Â
Loperamide HCl USP 2 mgSimethicone USP 125 mg
Purposes
Anti-diarrhealAnti-gas
Uses
relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
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
- if you have difficulty swallowing
Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have
- fever
- mucus in the stool
- a history of liver disease
- a history of abnormal heart rhythm  Â
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 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 in 24 hours children 9 to 11 years (60 to 95 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ capletafter each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours children 6 to 8 years (48 to 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 to 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 165 mg, sodium 4 mg
- store between 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). Protect from light.
- do not use if carton is opened or if individual buler units are torn or opened
Inactive Ingredients
acesulfame potassium, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate anhydrous, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid.
Questions Or Comments?
call 1-855-274-4122
(Monday – Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM EST)
Distributed by: AUROHEALTH LLC 279 Princeton-Hightstown Road East Windsor, NJ 08520 Made in India Code: AP/DRUGS/04/2016
Package Label-principal Display Panel - 2 Mg/125mg (24 Caplets) Blister Carton Label
NDC 58602-869-76 PrimaryHealth ** COMPARE TO Imodium® Multi-Sympton Relief active ingredients
Loperamide HCl and Simethicone Tablets 2 mg/125 mg Multi-Sympton Relief C aplet Loperamide HCl 2 mg - Antidiarrheal Simethicone 125 mg - Anti-gas Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus
• Cramps & Pressure •  Bloating • Gas  Â
Actual Size 24 Caplets* *capsule-shaped tablets
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