IMODIUM
McNeil Consumer Healthcare Div. McNeil-PPC, Inc
Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
- IMODIUM Uses
- Warnings
- Directions
- IMODIUM Other information
- Inactive ingredients
- Questions or comments?
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FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
Drug Facts
Active ingredient
Purpose
| Active ingredients (in each caplet) | Purposes |
|---|---|
| Loperamide HCl 2 mg | Anti-diarrheal |
| Simethicone 125 mg | Anti-gas |
IMODIUM Uses
relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)
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)
- 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 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 under 6 years (up to 47 lbs) |
ask a doctor |
IMODIUM Other information
- each caplet contains: calcium 165 mg, sodium 4 mg
- store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from light.
- do not use if carton is open or if blister unit is open or torn
- see side panel for expiration date and lot number
Inactive ingredients
acesulfame potassium, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid
Questions or comments?
call 1-877-895-3665
PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL
NDC 50580-338-18
Imodium
®
Loperamide HCl, 2 mg/ Simethicone, 125 mg Antidiarrheal/Anti-Gas
Multi-Symptom Relief
Diarrhea PLUS
• Cramps & Pressure
• Bloating
• Gas
18 Caplets
IMODIUMloperamide hydrochloride and dimethicone TABLET
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