Active Ingredients (In Each Caplet)
Loperamide HCl USP, 2 mg
Simethicone USP, 125 mg
Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone Tablet
FDA Label NDC 51660-069
Full FDA labeling including Indications, Dosage, Usage, and Precautions
Structured Product Label
The following Structured Product Label (SPL) was submitted to the FDA by Ohm Laboratories Inc. for the product Loperamide Hcl And Simethicone (NDC 51660-069). This document serves as the official prescribing information, containing essential scientific data and clinical materials required for healthcare providers and patients.
This specific version of the label includes detailed information regarding active ingredients (in each caplet), purposes, uses, allergy alert:, do not use, ask a doctor before use if you have, ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are, when using this product, and other regulatory disclosures. Use the navigation below to review specific sections of the FDA submission.
Label Section Quick Index
Purposes
Anti-diarrheal
Anti-gas
Uses
relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus bloating, pressure and cramps, commonly referred to as gas
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 (1800-222-1222).
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; 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 (upto 33 lbs) | do not use |
Other Information
- calcium: contains 142 mg/caplet
- store between 20-25° C (68-77° F). Protect from light.
- TAMPER EVIDENT: THIS PRODUCT PROTECTED WITH SEALED BLISTER UNITS. DO NOT USE IF ANY ARE TORN OR BROKEN.
Inactive Ingredients
calcium silicate, colloidal silicon dioxide, dibasic calcium phosphate, microcrystalline cellulose, sodium starch glycolate, stearic acid
Questions?
call 1-800-406-7984
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NDC 51660-069-03
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Loperamide HCl and Simethicone Tablets, 2 mg/125 mg
Anti-Diarrheal/Anti-Gas
Multi-Symptom Relief
Relieves symptoms of diarrhea plus
- Cramps & Pressure
- Bloating
- Gas
6 Caplets* (*capsule-shaped tablets)
Keep the carton. It contains important information.
Manufactured by:
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited,
MOHALI, INDIA
Distributed by:
Ohm Laboratories Inc.
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
0721
6 Caplets Carton (9f5727c2 17cd 4286 Bd5a E3ddca04bc41 00)
* Please review the disclaimer below.
