loperamide hydrochloride (LOPERAMIDE HCL)
loperamide hydrochloride (LOPERAMIDE HCL) is one of 8,063 medications in the MedPlain dataset. Key details — Brand name: loperamide hydrochloride; Generic name: LOPERAMIDE HCL; Manufacturer: Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc..
| Brand name | loperamide hydrochloride |
|---|---|
| Generic name | LOPERAMIDE HCL |
| Manufacturer | Preferred Pharmaceuticals Inc. |
| Used for | Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea |
| Dosage | 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. • shake well before using • use only enclosed dosing cup specifically designed for use with this product. Do not use any other dosing device. • mL = milliliter adults and children 12 years and over 30 mL after the first loose stool; 15 mL after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 60 mL in 24 hours children 9-11 years (6 |
| 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. W |
| Active ingredient(s) | Active ingredient (in each 7.5 mL) Loperamide HCl 1 mg |
| Route | ORAL |
| Official label | https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=0b1f8d41-51b3-4362-8de7-46bca5caff12 |