Imodiumduo

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Imodiumduo uses

Imodiumduo consists of Loperamide Hydrochloride, Simethicone.

Loperamide Hydrochloride:


Active ingredient

Imodiumduo (Loperamide Hydrochloride) HCl 2 mg

Purpose

Imodiumduo (Loperamide Hydrochloride)

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 Imodiumduo HCl.

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

Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are

taking antibiotics.

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.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center (1-800-222-1222) right away.

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 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 under 6 years (up to 47 lbs) ask a doctor

Other information

  • TAMPER EVIDENT: DO NOT USE IF OUTER PACKAGE IS OPENED OR BLISTER IS TORN OR BROKEN
  • store between 20º-25ºC (68º-77ºF)
  • see end flap for expiration date and lot number

Inactive ingredients

corn starch, D&C yellow # 10 aluminum lake, dicalcium phosphate dihydrate, FD&C blue #1 brilliant blue lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, silica gel

Questions or comments?

Call 1-800-426-9391 8:30 AM-4:00 PM ET, Monday-Friday

Simethicone:


Active ingredient

Imodiumduo (Simethicone) 20 mg

Purpose

Antigas

Uses

relieves the symptoms of gas frequently caused by air swallowing or certain formulas or foods

Warnings

When using this product

do not exceed 12 doses per day

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose get medical help or contact a poison control center immediately.

Directions

  • shake well before using
  • all dosages may be repeated as needed, after meals and at bedtime
  • fill enclosed dropper to recommend dosage level
  • dispense liquid slowly into baby's mouth, toward the inner cheek
  • may mix with 1 oz. of cool water, infant formula or other suitable liquids
  • clean dropper after each use and close the bottle to maintain child resistance
age (yr) weight (lb) dose
infants under2 under 24 0.3 mL
children over 2 over 24

0.6 mL

Other information

store at room temperature

Inactive ingredients

benzoic acid, flavor, magnesium aluminum silicate, purified water, Imodiumduo (Simethicone) emulsion, sorbitol, xanthan gum

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References

  1. Dailymed."ANTIDIARRHEAL LOPERAMIDE (LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE) SOLUTION [HOLLIDAY-SCOTT S.A.]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  2. Dailymed."GAS-AID DROPS FOR INFANTS (SIMETHICONE) EMULSION [LEOSONS]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
  3. "Simethicone". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/su... (accessed August 28, 2018).

Frequently asked Questions

Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Imodiumduo?

Depending on the reaction of the Imodiumduo after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Imodiumduo not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.

Is Imodiumduo addictive or habit forming?

Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.

Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.

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