Amerisource Bergen Loperamide Hydrochloride Oral Solution, 1 mg per 7.5 mL Drug Facts
Active ingredient (in each 7.5 mL)
Loperamide HCl 1 mg
Purpose
Anti-diarrheal
Use
controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
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
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.
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)
Directions
| 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 the 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 the 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 |
- •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
- •use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device.
- •mL = milliliter
Other information
- •each 30 mL contains: sodium 15 mg
- •store between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
Inactive ingredients
anhydrous citric acid, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial mint flavor, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum