IMODIUM® Anti-Diarrheal Liquid Oral Solution, Diarrhea Medicine for Kids Ages 6 and Up
If your young child has diarrhea, take comfort in knowing that IMODIUM® A-D Oral Solution (liquid) with Loperamide HCl is the only OTC brand anti-diarrheal medicine that’s FDA-approved for children ages 6 through 11.
Product Details
Active Ingredients:
Loperamide HCl 1 mg (per 7.5 mL) - Anti-diarrheal
Inactive Ingredients:
anhydrous citric acid, caramel color, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, flavor, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose and carboxymethylcellulose sodium, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum
Provides quick diarrhea relief and controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea, for children ages 6 and up.
Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
Shake well before using.
Use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
Find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
mL = milliliter
Age / Weight | Dose |
|---|---|
Adults and children 12 years and over | 30 mL after the first loose stool; 15 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 60 mL in 24 hours |
Children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) | 15 mL after first loose stool; 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 45 mL in 24 hours |
Children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) | 15 mL after first loose stool; 7.5 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 30 mL 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 |
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
Ask a doctor 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 for more than 2 days
you get abdominal swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition.
If pregnant or breastfeeding , 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)
Each 30 mL contains: sodium 16 mg
Store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Questions or comments?
Call 1-877-895-3665 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)