Imodium
Loperamide hydrochloride · Tablet, Film Coated · Oral
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes Loperamide HCl 2 mg Anti-diarrheal Simethicone 125 mg Anti-gas
Purpose
Active ingredients (in each caplet) Purposes Loperamide HCl 2 mg Anti-diarrheal Simethicone 125 mg Anti-gas
Uses
Uses relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
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 if you have difficulty swallowing 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. you have difficulty swallowing the caplet 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)
Do not use
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool if you have difficulty swallowing
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. you have difficulty swallowing the caplet
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 right away. (1-800-222-1222)
Directions
Directions drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea take only on an empty stomach (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) take with a full (8 oz.) glass of water find right dose on chart below. 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 in 24 hours children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 3 caplets in 24 hours children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs) 1 caplet after the first loose stool; ½ caplet after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 2 caplets in 24 hours children 2-5 years (34 to 47 lbs) ask a doctor children under 2 years (up to 33 lbs) do not use
Other information
Other information each caplet contains: calcium 165 mg, sodium 3 mg store between 20-25°C (68-77°F). Protect from light. do not use if blister unit is torn or broken
Inactive ingredients
Inactive ingredients acesulfame potassium, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, stearic acid
Questions?
Questions or comments? call 1-877-895-3665 (toll-free) or 215-273-8755 (collect)
Label text from the FDA structured product label by Kenvue Brands LLC (revised Aug 25, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.
Active ingredients
- Loperamide Hydrochloride in 3 products
- Dimethicone in 1 product
Imodium NDC products (3)
| NDC | Strength & form | Labeler | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50580-317 | Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 mg/1 Tablet, Film Coated | Kenvue Brands LLC | ANDA |
| 50580-134 | Loperamide Hydrochloride 1 mg/7.5mL Solution | Kenvue Brands LLC | NDA |
| 50580-338 | Loperamide Hydrochloride 2 mg/1; Dimethicone 125 mg/1 Tablet | Kenvue Brands LLC | NDA |
Frequently asked questions
What is Imodium used for?
Uses relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
Who makes Imodium?
Imodium is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Kenvue Brands LLC.