Kirkland Signature Anti-Diarrheal Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 MG Caplets, 200-Count Bottle

By | February 2, 2017
Kirkland Signature Anti-Diarrheal Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 MG Caplets, 200-Count Bottle

Each caplet (capsule-shaped tablet) contains 2 mg Loperamide Hydrochloride

Original Prescription Strength

Compare to active ingredient of ImodiumĀ® A-D**

Use:
Controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea.

Directions:
Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration, which may accompany diarrhea. Find right dose on chart. 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 a day.

Children 9 – 11 years (60 – 95 lbs.): 1 caplet after the loose stool; 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets a day.

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 a day.

Children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs.): Ask a doctor (not intended for use in children under 6 years old).

Active Ingredient (in each caplet):
Loperamide HCI 2 mg. Purpose: Anti-diarrheal.

Inactive Ingredients:
Anhydrous Lactose, Carnauba Wax, D&C Yellow No. 10, FD & C Blue No. 1, Hypromellose, Magnesium Stearate, Microcrystalline Cellulose, Polyethylene Glycol, Pregelatinized Starch.

Warnings:
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.

Asl a doctor before use if you have

mucus present in your stool
high fever (greater than 101 degrees fahrenheit)
a history of liver disease
Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking antibiotics.

Stop use and ask a doctor if diarrhea lasts for more than 2 days.

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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 Central right away.

  • Controls the symptoms of Diarrhea, including Travelers’ diarrhea

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