Major Loperamide Hydrochloride Anti-Diarrheal 4 fl oz - Mint Flavor | Imodium A-D

Loperamide Hydrochloride Anti-Diarrheal 4 fl oz - Mint Flavor 

• Compare to the active ingredient in Imodium A-D
• Anti-Diarrheal Oral solution
• 1 mg per 7.5 mL
• Controls the symptoms of diarrhea
• Mint flavor
• See new warning and directions

Expiration Date: 5-2024

Ingredients

• Active: Loperamide HCl 1 mg - Anti-Diarrheal
• Inactive: Anhydrous citric acid, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial mint flavor, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum

Uses

• Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea

FULL DESCRIPTION

Drug Facts

Active Ingredients

• Loperamide HCl - 1 mg per 7.5 mL
• Purpose: Anti-Diarrheal

Uses

• Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea

Warnings

• Allergy Alert
• Do not use if you have every 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 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 
• Taking prescription drug 
• Loperamide may interact with certain prescription drugs
• When Using This Product
• Tiredness, drowsiness 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
• Find right dose on chart 
• If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age
• Shake well before using
• Use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product
• Do not use any other dosing device
• mL = Milliliter
• Adults and Children 12 years and over:
• 30 mL after the first loose stool
• 15 mL after each subsequent loose stool
• No more than 60 mL in 24 hours
• Children 9 - 11 years (60-95 lbs)
• 15 mL after the first loose stool
• 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool
• No more than 45 mL in 24 hours
• Children 6 - 8 years (48-59 lbs)
• 15 mL after the first loose stool
• 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool
• No more than 30 mL 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 30 mL contains: sodium 15 mg
• Store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)

Inactive

• Anhydrous citric acid, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial mint flavor, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum

What are the benefits of Loperamide Hydrochloride?

Loperamide hydrochloride is an over-the-counter medication used to treat diarrhea. It works by slowing down the movement of the intestines, which allows more time for water and nutrients to be absorbed from the stool. This makes the stool less watery and decreases the number of bowel movements.

Loperamide hydrochloride is effective in treating a variety of types of diarrhea, including:

• Acute diarrhea, which is sudden and severe diarrhea that usually lasts for a few days.
• Traveler's diarrhea, which is diarrhea that occurs after traveling to a new place.
• Diarrhea caused by antibiotics, which can sometimes cause diarrhea as a side effect.
• Diarrhea caused by irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Loperamide hydrochloride is generally safe when used as directed. However, it is important to note that taking too much loperamide hydrochloride can be dangerous. Symptoms of an overdose include constipation, drowsiness, and slowed breathing. If you think you have taken too much loperamide hydrochloride, call your doctor or the Poison Control Center immediately.

Here are some of the benefits of Loperamide Hydrochloride:

• It is effective in treating a variety of types of diarrhea.
• It is generally safe when used as directed.
• It is available over-the-counter, so you do not need a prescription to get it.
• It is relatively inexpensive.

Here are some of the risks of Loperamide Hydrochloride:

• Taking too much loperamide hydrochloride can be dangerous.
• Loperamide hydrochloride can interact with other medications, so it is important to talk to your doctor before taking it if you are taking any other medications.
• Loperamide hydrochloride can cause constipation in some people.

If you are considering taking Loperamide Hydrochloride, it is important to talk to your doctor first to make sure it is safe for you.