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basic care loperamide hydrochloride

Generic: LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE

100%
Basic Information
Manufacturer
Amazon.com Services LLC
Product Type
HUMAN OTC DRUG
Route of Administration
ORAL
FDA Set ID
f8a3b34a-ee08-466e-ab5f-475f1c2873ec
Purpose
Purpose Anti-diarrheal
Indications & Usage
Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
Warnings
Warnings Allergy alert: Do not use if you have ever had a rash or other allergic reaction to loperamide HCl Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death 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 • a history of abnormal heart 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.

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)