IMODIUM A-D Anti-Diarrheal Oral Solution (liquid) is the fastest single ingredient OTC medicine to help stop diarrhea, allowing you to get back to doing the things you love. With 1mg of Loperamide HCl per 7.5 mL, this product helps control the symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea.
Active ingredient: 1mg Loperamide hydrochloride.
Inactive ingredients: Anhydrous citric acid, caramel color, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum.
Uses and Directions: Provides quick diarrhea relief and 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 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 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 |
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
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 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. (1-800-222-1222)
Other information:
- Each 30 mL contains: sodium 16 mg
- Store between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
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