Generic name: loperamide hydrochloride
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class:Antidiarrheals
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 1, 2022.
Active ingredient (in each caplet)
Loperamide HCl 2 mg
Purpose
Anti-diarrheal
Use
controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea
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
- a 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.
MEDICAL DEPARTMENTS
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