Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride and Simethicone Tablets, 2 mg/125 mg, Anti-Diarrheal and Anti-Gas, 24 Count: Health & Personal Care

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Diarrhea is a loose and watery bowel movement and very common as many people may have it once or twice a year. Usually not serious, it will typically last two or three days and is normally treated with an over-the-counter medication. Cramps or bloating of the abdomen, urgency to have a bowel movement, watery, thin or loose stools and vomiting are some of the symptoms. In addition to the symptoms of uncomplicated diarrhea, fever, blood or mucus in the stool and weight loss can occur with this type of diarrhea and may be a sign of a serious illness. Compare to Imodium Multi-Symptom Relief active ingredients. Don’t let symptoms of diarrhea plus cramps, pressure and bloating (gas) derail your day. Amazon Basic Care Loperamide Hydrochloride and Simethicone Tablets, 2 mg/125 mg (capsule-shaped tablet) is gluten free and relieves multiple symptoms for adults and children ages 6 years and older. Active ingredients are loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg, anti-diarrheal, and simethicone 125 mg, anti-gas. 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)Active ingredients (in each caplet): loperamide HCl 2 mg; simethicone 125 mg. Inactive ingredients: acesulfame potassium, croscarmellose sodium, dibasic calcium phosphate, maltodextrin, microcrystalline cellulose, natural and artificial flavor, propylene glycol, stearic acid.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 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; 1/2 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; 1/2 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.Statements regarding dietary supplements have not been evaluated by the FDA and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or health condition.

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