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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
If your child has diarrhea, take comfort in knowing that IMODIUM® A-D Liquid for use in children is the only over-the-counter brand anti-diarrheal that's FDA-approved for children ages 6 - 11.
USES:
Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Traveler's 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.
- Shake well before using.
- Only use attached measuring cup to dose product.
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IMODIUM® A-D LIQUID FOR USE IN CHILDREN |
Adults & Children 12 years & over |
30 mL (6 tsp) after first loose stool; 15 mL (3 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours |
Children 9 - 11 years (60-95 lbs) |
15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool; 7.5 mL (1 ½ tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 45 mL (9 tsp) in 24 hours |
Children 6 - 8 years (48-59 lbs) |
15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool; 7.5 mL (1 ½ tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 30 mL (6 tsp) in 24 hours |
Children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs) |
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, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum. |
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 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:
- 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 of carton or bottle label 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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