Imodium A-D Caplets, 24 Count
Help control your diarrhea symptoms with Imodium A-D Caplets. From the #1 doctor-recommended anti-diarrheal brand, Imodium A-D works faster than the prescription anti-diarrheal medication Lomotil, containing diphenoxylate and atropine. Each caplet of anti-diarrheal medicine contains 2 mg of loperamide hydrochloride with a proven formula that works with your body to slow down your system and restore its natural rhythm and balance. These anti-diarrheal caplets help treat and control symptoms of diarrhea due to acute, active and Traveler's diarrhea. The convenient tear-away blister packaging makes these caplets ideal for use anywhere, both at home or on-the-go. This medication for diarrhea is suitable for adults and children ages 6 and up (for children ages 2-5 ask a doctor; do not use for children under 2 years). Use only as directed.
- Active Ingredients
- Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Loperamide HCl 2 mg
Purpose
Anti-diarrheal
Inactive ingredients Anhydrous lactose, carnauba wax, hypromellose, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, polyethylene glycol, pregelatinized starch
- 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
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.
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). - Fever
- Uses
- Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
- Directions
- 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.
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; 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
1. Tear off a section
2. Tear at notch. Use scissors if necessary
Other information
- Store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
- Do not use if blister unit is broken or torn
- Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea