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Details
- Caplets treat diarrhea along with gas, bloating, cramps, and pressure
- 24-count
- Made in USA
Manufacturer
Johnson & Johnson Consumer
Fort Washington, PA 19034 USA
Indications: Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas.
Directions: Drink of 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. Age group directions: Adults and Children 12 Years and Older: 2 caplets after the first loose stool; 1 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 caplets in 24 hours. Children 9-11 Years (60-95 lbs): 1 caplet after the first loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours. Children 6-8 Years (48-59 lbs): 1 caplet after the first loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 caplets 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.
Ingredient: Active Ingredients: (In Each Caplet) Loperamide HCI (2 mg), Simethicone (125 mg). Purpose: Anti-Diarrheal., Anti-Gas. Inactive Ingredients: Acesulfame Potassium, Croscarmellose Sodium, Dibasic Calcium Phosphate, Flavor, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid
Warnings: Do not use if you have ever had a rash of other allergic reaction to loperamide HCI. 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 hearth 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. (1-800-222-1222).
