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Anti-diarrheal - Medication Information

Product NDC Code 63868-876
Drug Name

Anti-diarrheal

Type Brand
Pharm Class Opioid Agonist [EPC],
Opioid Agonists [MoA]
Active Ingredients
Loperamide hydrochloride 2 mg/1
Route ORAL
Dosage Form CAPSULE, LIQUID FILLED
RxCUI drug identifier 978006
Application Number NDA021855
Labeler Name CHAIN DRUG MARKETING ASSOCIATION INC.
Packages
Package NDC Code Description
63868-876-12 1 blister pack in 1 carton (63868-876-12) / 12 capsule, liquid filled in 1 blister pack
63868-876-24 2 blister pack in 1 carton (63868-876-24) / 12 capsule, liquid filled in 1 blister pack
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Active ingredient

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Active ingredient (in each capsule) Loperamide HCl 2 mg

Dosage and administration

Information about the drug product’s dosage and administration recommendations, including starting dose, dose range, titration regimens, and any other clinically sigificant information that affects dosing recommendations.
Directions drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. not for use in children under 12 years of age adults and children 12 years and over: 2 capsules after the first loose stool; 1 capsule after each subsequent loose stool; but no more than 4 capsules in 24 hours

Inactive ingredient

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Inactive ingredients butylated hydroxyanisole, edible ink, FD&C Blue #1, gelatin, glycerin, glyceryl caprylate, polyoxyl 40 hydrogenated castor oil, purified water

Indications and usage

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Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers' Diarrhea

Purpose

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Purpose Anti-diarrheal

Spl product data elements

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Anti-Diarrheal LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE BUTYLATED HYDROXYANISOLE FD&C BLUE NO. 1 GELATIN GLYCERIN GLYCERYL CAPRYLATE POLYOXYL 40 HYDROGENATED CASTOR OIL WATER LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE LOPERAMIDE LP2

Package label principal display panel

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Principal Display Panel QC ® QUALITY CHOICE NDC 63868-876-24 *Compare to the Active Ingredient in Imodium ® A-D Anti-Diarrheal Loperamide HCl Soft Gelatin Capsules, 2 mg Controls the Symptoms of Diarrhea Suitable for Adults and Children 12 Years and Over † Each Liquid-Filled Capsule Contains 2 mg Loperamide HCl 24 Softgels † front back

Spl unclassified section

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THIS PRODUCT IS PACKAGED IN A CHILD-RESISTANT AND TAMPER EVIDENT PACKAGE. USE ONLY IF BLISTERS ARE INTACT. KEEP OUTER CARTON FOR COMPLETE WARNINGS AND PRODUCT INFORMATION. *All trademarks are property of their respective owners. This product is not affiliated with the makers/owners of Imodium ® A-D L0000568 Lot # Expiration Date R0322 Distributed by C.D.M.A., Inc.© 43157 W 9 Mile Rd Novi, MI 48375 www.qualitychoice.com Questions: 248-449-9300

Ask doctor

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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 doctor or pharmacist

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Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Loperamide may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Do not use

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Do not use if you have bloody or black stool in children under 12 years of age

Keep out of reach of children

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Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Other safety information

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Other information store at 20°-25°C (68°-77°F). Protect from Light. avoid excessive heat above 40°C (104°F) do not use if carton or blister unit is open or torn see side panel for lot number and expiration date

Questions

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Questions or comments? call toll free 1-888-235-2466

Stop use

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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.

When using

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When using this product tiredness, drowsiness, or dizziness may occur. Be careful when driving or operating machinery.

Pregnancy or breast feeding

Pregnancy or Breast feeding
If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

Warnings

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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

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