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Overview and Uses
Available As
Directions
Ingredients
Warnings
Storage and Package Safety
How to Dispose of Unused Medicine
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OVERVIEW
IMODIUM® A-D can help restore balance to your digestive system and it works even faster than the leading prescription anti-diarrheal.* So you can quickly get back to doing the things you love.
USES:
Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Traveler's Diarrhea.
*Diphenoxylate and atropine
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AVAILABLE AS:
- Caplets
- Mint-flavored liquid
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.
- Shake well before using. (mint-flavored liquid only)
- Only use attached measuring cup to dose product. (mint-flavored liquid only)
AGE/ WEIGHT |
IMODIUM® A-D CAPLETS |
IMODIUM® A-D LIQUID |
Adults & Children 12 years & over |
2 caplets after the first loose stool; 1 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 caplets in 24 hours |
4 teaspoonfuls (1 dosage cup) after first loose stool; 2 teaspoonfuls after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 8 teaspoonfuls 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 |
2 teaspoonfuls (1/2 dosage cup) after the first loose stool; 1 teaspoonful after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 6 teaspoonfuls 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 |
2 teaspoonfuls (1/2 dosage cup) after the first loose stool; 1 teaspoonful after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 teaspoonfuls in 24 hours |
Children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs) |
Ask a doctor |
Ask a doctor |
INGREDIENTS:
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ACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
INACTIVE INGREDIENTS |
| IMODIUM® A-D Liquid |
Loperamide HCl 1 mg (in each 7.5 mL) |
Carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, glycerin, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum. |
| IMODIUM® A-D Caplets |
Loperamide HCl 2 mg (in each caplet) |
Colloidal silicon dioxide, dibasic calcium phosphate, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose. |
WARNINGS:
Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide HCl.
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool.
Ask a doctor before use if you have:
- A fever.
- Mucus in the stool.
- A history of liver disease.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking antibiotics.
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.
Each caplet contains: calcium 10 mg
Each 30 mL (6 tsp) of IMODIUM® A-D Liquid contains: sodium 16 mg
Keep out of the reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)
STORAGE & PACKAGE SAFETY:
IMODIUM® A-D Liquid
- Store between 20 and 25°C (68–77°F).
- Do not use if printed inner or outer neckband is broken or missing.
- See side panel or bottle label for lot number and expiration date.
IMODIUM® A-D Caplets
- Store between 20 and 25°C (68–77°F).
- Do not use if carton or if blister unit is open or torn, or if pouch is opened.
- See side panel for lot number and expiration date.
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Unless instructed otherwise, do not dispose of unused medicines by emptying them into your sink, toilet, or storm drain.
Some states may have regulations regarding pharmacy or community take-back programs in which they may receive and dispose of returned unused drugs for patients. It is recommended that a local pharmacy or local authority be contacted to determine if it participates in such programs.
In the event that medicines can not be disposed by take-back programs, place them in the household trash taking the following steps:
- Make sure that they are in an unrecognizable sealed container; ensuring that children, pets, and others do not have access to the contents of the container;
- Dispose of the container in household trash.
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