Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide HCI 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).
Comments about Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief Antidiarrheal/Anti-Gas Caplets, 12 Each:
This product used to come in the small green colored tablets which were much easier to swallow. Wish the manufacturer would reconsider replacing these tablets with the smaller ones.
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
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