Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps commonly referred to as gas.
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 9-11 years (60-95 lbs): 1 caplet after the first loose stool 1/2 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 1/2 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. Store between 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). Protect from light. Tear off a section. Fold and tear at notch.
Active Ingredients: In Each Caplet: Loperamide HCl 2 mg Simethicone 125 mg
Inactive Ingredients: Acesulfame Potassium Croscarmellose Sodium Dibasic Calcium Phosphate Flavor Microcrystalline Cellulose Stearic Acid Each Caplet Contains: Calcium 165 mg Sodium 3 mg
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 use and ask a doctor if: symptoms get worse diarrhea lasts more than 2 days you get abnormal 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)
