Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone
Over-the-CounterBrand names: Loperamide Hydrochloride and Simethicone
About This Medication
Oral preparation used for symptom management and health support.
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| Dimethicone | - |
| Loperamide Hydrochloride | - |
Indications & Usage
Dosage & Administration
Warnings & Precautions
WARNINGS Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide hydrochloride Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death
Frequently Asked Questions
USE(S) 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 tablets after the first loose stool; 1 tablet 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 hydrochloride Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death
Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone is available over the counter (OTC) without a prescription.
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- • DailyMed — Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 978001 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Loperamide Hydrochloride And Simethicone (FDA National Drug Code)
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Data sources: DailyMed (NLM), openFDA, MFDS