LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE solution

Country: United States

Language: English

Source: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

Active ingredient:

LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE (UNII: 77TI35393C) (LOPERAMIDE - UNII:6X9OC3H4II)

Available from:

Cardinal Health

INN (International Name):

LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE

Composition:

LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE 2 mg in 10 mL

Prescription type:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

Authorization status:

Abbreviated New Drug Application

Summary of Product characteristics

LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE- LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE SOLUTION
CARDINAL HEALTH
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LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL SOLUTION
1 MG PER 5 ML
RX ONLY
CONSUMER INFORMATION ON USES, DIRECTIONS AND WARNINGS FOR
LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE ORAL SOLUTION. PLEASE SAVE THIS FOR FUTURE
REFERENCE.
ANTIDIARRHEAL
Loperamide hydrochloride oral solution relieves diarrhea for adults
and children 6 years and older,
often in just one dose. Loperamide hydrochloride has been recommended
for millions of people, and
has been proven to be an exceptionally safe and effective
antidiarrheal medication.
INDICATION
Loperamide hydrochloride oral solution controls the symptoms of
diarrhea, including Travelers’
Diarrhea.
DIRECTIONS
Use the enclosed dosage cup to accurately measure loperamide
hydrochloride as noted below. Drink
plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration, which may
accompany diarrhea.
ADULTS AND CHILDREN 12 YEARS OF AGE AND OLDER
Take 4 teaspoonfuls (20 mL) after the first loose bowel movement and 2
teaspoonfuls (10 mL) after
each subsequent loose bowel movement but no more than 8 teaspoonfuls
(40 mL) a day for no more than
2 days.
CHILDREN _9-11 YEARS OLD (60-95 LBS)_
Take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) after the first loose bowel movement and 1
teaspoonful (5 mL) after each
subsequent loose bowel movement but no more than 6 teaspoonfuls (30
mL) a day for no more than 2
days.
CHILDREN _6-8 YEARS OLD (48-59 LBS)_
Take 2 teaspoonfuls (10 mL) after the first loose bowel movement and 1
teaspoonful (5 mL) after each
subsequent loose bowel movement but no more than 4 teaspoonfuls (20
mL) a day for no more than 2
days.
Children under 6 years old (up to 47 lbs): Consult a physician. Not
intended for use in children
under 6 years old.
WARNINGS
KEEP THIS AND ALL DRUGS OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. Do not use for
more
than two days unless directed by a physician. DO NOT USE IF DIARRHEA
IS ACCOMPANIED
BY HIGH FEVER (GREATER THAN 101°F), OR IF BLOOD OR MUCUS IS PRESENT
IN
THE STOOL, OR IF YOU HAVE HAD A RASH OR OTHER ALLERGIC REACTION TO
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