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Imodium A-d Liquid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Loperamide HCl 1mg/7.5mL; mint flavor; contains alcohol 0.5%.
Pharmacological Class
Antidiarrheal.
How Supplied
Caps—contact supplier; A-D Caplets—6, 12, 18, 24; A-D Liq—2oz, 4oz; Caplets, Chew tabs—contact supplier
Manufacturer
Imodium A-d Liquid Indications
Indications
Diarrhea.
Imodium A-d Liquid Dosage and Administration
Adult
Acute: Initially 4mg, then 2mg after each loose stool; max 8mg/day. Stop after 48 hours if ineffective. Chronic: initially 4mg; maintenance 4–8mg/day. Reevaluate if no improvement after 10 days at 16mg/day.
Children
<2yrs: not recommended. 34–47lbs (2–5yrs): consult physician. 48–59lbs (6–8yrs): initially 2mg, then 1mg after each loose stool; max 4mg/day. 60–95lbs (9–11yrs): initially 2mg, then 1mg after each loose stool; max 6mg/day.
Imodium A-d Liquid Contraindications
Contraindications
If constipation must be avoided. Acute dysentery.
Imodium A-d Liquid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Imodium A-d Liquid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Acute ulcerative colitis and antibiotic induced pseudomembranous colitis; discontinue if abdominal distention occurs. In dehydration, use fluid and electrolyte replacement. Serious cardiac effects or death if taking more than directed. History of abnormal heart rhythm. Hepatic dysfunction; monitor for CNS toxicity. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers.
Imodium A-d Liquid Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Imodium A-d Liquid Interactions
Not Applicable
Imodium A-d Liquid Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Abdominal pain, distention, constipation, dry mouth, nausea, drowsiness, dizziness, fatigue, rash.
Imodium A-d Liquid Clinical Trials
See Literature
Imodium A-d Liquid Note
Notes
Formerly known under the brand name Imodium.
Imodium A-d Liquid Patient Counseling
See Literature
