Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride
Loperamide Hydrochloride · Tablet · Oral
Active ingredient
Drug Facts Active ingredient (in each tablet) Loperamide hydrochloride USP 2 mg
Purpose
Purpose Anti-diarrheal
Uses
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 hydrochloride Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death
Do not use
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool
Ask a doctor before use
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
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
When using this product tiredness, drowsiness or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery.
Stop use and ask a doctor
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.
Pregnancy or breast-feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.
Keep out of reach of children
Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.
Directions
Directions drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age. adults and children 12 years and over 2 tablets after the first loose stool; 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 tablets in 24 hours children 9 to 11 years (60 to 95 lbs) 1 tablet after the first loose stool; 1/2 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 tablets in 24 hours children 6 to 8 years (48 to 59 lbs) 1 tablet after the first loose stool; 1/2 tablet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 tablets in 24 hours children 2 to 5 years (34 to 47 lbs) ask a doctor children under 2 years (up to 33 lbs) do not use
Other information
Other information store at 20° to 25°C (68° to 77°F). do not use if carton or blister unit is open or torn Meets USP dissolution test 2 see side panel for lot number and expiration date
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients colloidal silicon dioxide, D & C yellow No. 10 aluminum lake, FD & C blue No. 1, lactose monohydrate, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, and sodium starch glycolate
Questions?
Questions or comments? call 1-855-274-4122 DISTRIBUTED BY: AMAZON.COM SERVICES LLC 410 TERRY AVENUE N. SEATTLE, WA 98109 Made in India
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Amazon.com Services LLC (revised May 15, 2024). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Loperamide Hydrochloride in 2 products
Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride NDC products (2)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72288-225 | Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 mg/1 Tablet | Amazon.com Services LLC | ANDA |
| 82804-295 | Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 mg/1 Tablet | Proficient Rx LP | ANDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride used for?
Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea
Who makes Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride?
Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride is listed by 2 labelers in the FDA NDC directory, including Amazon.com Services LLC, Proficient Rx LP.