Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone
Over-the-CounterHandelsnamen: Loperamide HCl and Simethicone
About This Medication
Oral preparation used for symptom management and health support.
Wirkstoffe
| Wirkstoff | Stärke |
|---|---|
| Dimethicone | - |
| Loperamide Hydrochloride | - |
Indikationen und Anwendung
Dosierung und Verabreichung
Warnhinweise und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen
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 • if you have difficulty swallowing 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 or pharmacist 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. • you have difficulty swallowing the caplet 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 (1800-222-1222).
Frequently Asked Questions
Uses relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
Directions • drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea • take only on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) • take with a full (8 oz.) glass of water • find right dose on chart below. 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 …
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 • if you have difficulty swallowing 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 …
Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
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- • DailyMed — Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 978001 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone (FDA National Drug Code)
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