Description
Directions
Ingredients
Warnings
Loperamide hydrochloride capsules McNeil Std.
Often with just one dose†
†Clinical studies indicate that diarrheal control may be achieved after the initial dose in 50% of patients.
Inactive ingredients FD&C blue no. 1, gelatin, glycerol, propylene glycol, propylene glycol monocaprylate, soya lecithin, triglycerides, water.
Lactose free
WARNINGS
DOSAGE WARNING: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death.
DO NOT USE - if you have - bloody or black stools - fever - constipation - abdominal pain - swollen abdomen - ulcer - bacterial infection in your bowel - a rash or allergic reaction to loperamide hydrochloride or any other ingredient in this product
- in children under 12 years of age, except on the advice of a doctor.
ASK A DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST BEFORE USE IF YOU
- have - liver disease - meningitis - mucus in the stool - history of abnormal heart rhythm - take any prescription drug including antibiotics
- are pregnant or breastfeeding.
WHEN USING THIS PRODUCT - tiredness, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur
- do not drive or operate machinery.
STOP USE AND ASK A DOCTOR IF - diarrhea gets worse or lasts longer than 2 days
- unusual symptoms appear
- you get abdominal pain, swelling or bulging. These may be signs of a serious condition.
KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. In case of overdose, call a Poison Control Centre or get medical help right away.
OTHER INFORMATION
- Do not use if carton is open or blister unit is broken
- Store at 15 to 30°C
- Protect from light.
Directions
- Adults and children 12 years and older : - drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea - take 2 capsules initially followed by 1 capsule after each loose bowel movement - do not take more than 8 capsules in 24 hours.
