| Heading | Imodium can help you regain control - fast. |
| Purpose | Anti-Diarrheal |
| Manufacturer | J & J |
| Active Ingredients | 7.5 mL: Loperamide HCl 1 mg |
| Directions | Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. Find the 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. Adults and children 12 years and over: 30 mL (6 tsp) after the 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 the first loose stool 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 45 mL (9 mL) in 24 hours. Children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs): 15 mL (3 tsp) after the first loose stool 7.5 mL (1/1/2 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. Store between 20-25 degrees C (68-77 degrees F). |
| Inactive Ingredients | Cellulose; Citric Acid; D&C Yellow #10 Aluminum Lake; FD&C Blue #1; Glycerin; Flavor; Propylene Glycol; Simethicone; Sodium Benzoate; Sucralose; Titanium Dioxide; Xanthan Gum; Each 30 mL (6 Tsp) Contains: Sodium 10 mg |
| Uses | 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. 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 (1-800-222-1222) right away. |
