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INDICATIONS
Controls the symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea.
INGREDIENTS
Active Ingredients:Per Teaspoonful (5 mL) : Loperamide HCI 1 mg .
Inactive Ingredients:Benzoic Acid; Citric Acid; Flavors; Glycerin; Propylene Glycol; Purified Water; Sodium Benzoate; Sorbitol; Sucrose .
DIRECTIONS
Use the enclosed dosage cup to accurately measure Imodium A-D as noted below. Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration, which may accompany diarrhea. Adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 4 teaspoonfuls (1 dosage cup) after the first loose bowel movement and 2 teaspoonfuls after each subsequent loose bowel movement but no more than 8 teaspoonfuls a day for no more then 2 days. Children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs.): Take 2 teaspoonfuls (1/2 dosage cup) after the first loose bowel movement and 1 teaspoonful after each subsequent loose bowel movement but no more than 6 teaspoonfuls a day for no more than 2 days. Children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs.): Take 2 teaspoonfuls (1/2 dosage cup) after the first loose bowel movement and 1 teaspoonful after each subsequent loose bowel movement but no more then 4 teaspoonfuls a day for no more than 2 days. Children under 6 years old (up to 47 lbs.): Consult a physician. Not intended for use in children under 6 years old.
WARNINGS
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Do not use for more than two days unless directed by a physician. DO NOT USE IF DIARRHEA IS ACCOMPANIED BY HIGH FEVER (GREATER THAN 101 DEGREES F), OR IF BLOOD OR MUCUS IS PRESENT IN THE STOOL, OR IF YOU HAVE HAD A RASH OR OTHER ALLERGIC REACTION TO LOPERAMIDE HCI. If you are taking antibiotics or have a history of liver disease, consult a physician before using this product. As with any drug, if you are pregnant or nursing a baby, seek the advice of a health processional before using this product. In case of accidental overdose, seek professional assistance or contact a poison control center immediately.
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