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Kaopectate Liquid Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Bismuth subsalicylate 262mg/15mL; regular (contains K+ 5mg, Na+ 10mg), peppermint (contains K+ 5mg, Na+ 10mg), and cherry flavor (contains Na+ 10mg).
Pharmacological Class
Antidiarrheal.
See Also
How Supplied
Liq (regular, peppermint)—8oz, 12oz; Liq (cherry)—6oz; Extra strength liq—8oz, 12oz
Manufacturer
Kaopectate Liquid Indications
Indications
Diarrhea.
Kaopectate Liquid Dosage and Administration
Adult
30mL every 30–60 minutes if needed. Max 8 doses/day.
Children
Not recommended.
Kaopectate Liquid Contraindications
Contraindications
Varicella or influenza in children and teenagers.
Kaopectate Liquid Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Kaopectate Liquid Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Ulcer. Coagulation disorders. Diabetes. Reye's syndrome. Sodium-restricted diet. Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Kaopectate Liquid Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Kaopectate Liquid Interactions
Interactions
Potentiates oral anticoagulants, hypoglycemics. Antagonizes uricosurics. Salicylism with aspirin. Reduces tetracycline absorption.
Kaopectate Liquid Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Darkened tongue and/or stool.
Kaopectate Liquid Clinical Trials
See Literature
Kaopectate Liquid Note
Not Applicable
Kaopectate Liquid Patient Counseling
See Literature
