Topcare Anti-Diarrheal: Package Insert / Prescribing Info
Package insert / product label
Generic name: loperamide
Dosage form: tablet
Drug class: Antidiarrheals
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 27, 2025.
Indications and Usage for Topcare Anti-Diarrheal
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 loperamide HCl
Heart alert: Taking more than directed can cause serious heart problems or death
Ask a doctor before use if you have
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- fever
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- mucus in the stool
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- a history of liver disease
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- 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.
Topcare Anti-Diarrheal Dosage and Administration
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- drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea
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- find right dose on chart. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise, use age.
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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children 2-5 years (34 to 47 lbs) |
ask a doctor |
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children under 2 years (up to 33 lbs) |
do not use |
Storage and Handling
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- store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F)
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- see end panel for lot number and expiration date
| TOPCARE ANTI DIARRHEAL
loperamide hydrochloride tablet, film coated |
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| Labeler - Topco Associates LLC (006935977) |
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