Loperamide

Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea

• 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; but 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; but 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; but 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

• Tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur
• Be careful when driving or operating machinery

• fever • mucus in the stool • a history of liver disease • a history of abnormal heart rhythm

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 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. …

• 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.

• each 30 mL contains: sodium 15 mg • store between 20-25 ° C (68-77 ° F) Keep out of reach of children.

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.