Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone Instructions

: August 27, 2024
: Basic Care

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Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone
PRODUCT INFORMATION
Uses
Directions
Other information
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BASIC CARE LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE AND SIMETHICONE
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Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Amazon Loperamide Hydrochloride and Simethicone Drug Facts

Active ingredients (in each caplet)
- Loperamide HCl 2 mg
- Simethicone 125 mg
Purposes
- Anti-diarrheal
- Anti-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

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 using 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 the right dose on the 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
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children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs)| 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours
children 6-8 years (48-59 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 2-5 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 3 mg
store between 20 -25 C (68 -77 F). ° ° ° ° Protect from light.
do not use it if the printed blister unit is broken or torn

Inactive ingredients

acesulfame potassium, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial flavor, propylene glycol, stearic acid

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