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Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Bismuth subsalicylate 525mg/15mL; peppermint flavor (contains K+ 5mg, Na+ 10mg).
Pharmacological Class
Antidiarrheal.
See Also
How Supplied
Liq (regular, peppermint)—8oz, 12oz; Liq (cherry)—6oz; Extra strength liq—8oz, 12oz
Manufacturer
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Indications
Indications
Diarrhea.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Dosage and Administration
Adult
30mL every 60 minutes if needed; max 4 doses/day.
Children
Not recommended.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Contraindications
Contraindications
Varicella or influenza in children and teenagers.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Ulcer. Coagulation disorders. Diabetes. Reye's syndrome. Sodium-restricted diet. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Interactions
Interactions
Potentiates oral anticoagulants, hypoglycemics. Antagonizes uricosurics. Salicylism with aspirin. Reduces tetracycline absorption.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Darkened tongue and/or stool.
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Clinical Trials
See Literature
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Note
Not Applicable
Kaopectate Extra Strength Liquid Patient Counseling
See Literature
