Imodium (generic: loperamide) is an over-the-counter medication used to treat diarrhea.
Imodium belongs to a group of drugs called anti-diarrheals, which work by slowing the muscles of the intestines to a normal pace and restoring balance in the digestive system.
This medication comes in tablet, caplet, and liquid forms, and is taken after each loose stool.
Imodium can cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you know how Imodium affects you.
Imodium is an over-the-counter medication used to treat diarrhea.
Imodium chewable tablet: loperamide 2 mg
Imodium A-D caplet: loperamide 2 mg
Imodium A-D liquid: loperamide 1 mg (in each 7.5 mL)
Imodium A-D liquid Children's Mint Flavor: loperamide 1 mg (in each 7.5 mL)
Imodium chewable tablet: acesulfame potassium, basic polymethacrylate, cellulose acetate, confectioner's sugar, crospovidone, D&C yellow #10 aluminum lake, dextrose excipient, FD&C blue #1 aluminum lake, flavors, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, milk powder, sucralose
Imodium A-D caplet: colloidal silicon dioxide, dibasic calcium phosphate dihydrate, D&C yellow no. 10 aluminum lake, FD&C blue no. 1 aluminum lake, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose
Imodium A-D liquid: carboxymethylcellulose sodium, citric acid, D&C yellow #10, FD&C blue #1, glycerin, flavor, microcrystalline cellulose, propylene glycol, purified water, simethicone emulsion, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum
Imodium A-D liquid Children's Mint Flavor: cellulose, citric acid, D&C yellow no. 10, FD&C blue no. 1, glycerin, flavor, propylene glycol, simethicone, sodium benzoate, sucralose, titanium dioxide, xanthan gum
Allergy alert: Do not use if you’ve ever had an allergic reaction to any ingredients
Do not use if you have bloody or black stool.
Consult a physician before use if you:
- have a fever
- have mucus in the stool
- have a history of liver disease
This product may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Be cautious when driving or operating machinery. Alcohol may intensify this effect.
Stop use and consult a physician if:
- symptoms get worse
- diarrhea last for more than 2 days
- you get abdominal swelling or bulging, these may be signs of a serious condition
If pregnant or breastfeeding, ask a healthcare professional.
Keep out of reach of children.
In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away (1-800-222-1222).
- It is important to drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
- To determine dose, if possible, use weight; otherwise dose medication by age.
- Liquid formulations: shake well before use and use attached dosing cup to ensure accurate dosing.
Imodium chewable tablets
For adults and children 12 years and older:
- Chew 2 caplets and take with 4–8oz of water after the first loose stool.
- Chew 1 caplet and take with 4–8oz of water after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 4 caplets in 24 hours.
Imodium A-D caplet
For adults and children 12 years and older:
- Take 2 tablets after the first loose stool.
- Take 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 4 caplets in 24 hours.
Imodium A-D liquid
For adults and children 12 years and older:
- 30 mL (6 tsp) after the first loose stool
- 15 mL (3 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool, but no more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours
Imodium A-D liquid Children's Mint Flavor:
- Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
- Find right dose. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
- Shake well before using.
- Only use attached measuring cup to dose product.
For adults and children 12 years and over:
- Take 30 mL (6 tsp) after the first loose stool.
- Take 15 mL (3 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool, but no more than 60 mL (12 tsp) in 24 hours.
Imodium chewable tablets:
- For children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs):
- Chew 2 tablets after the first loose stool.
- Chew 1 tablet after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 4 tablets in 24 hours.
- For children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs):
- Chew 1 tablet after the first loose stool.
- Chew 1/2 tablet after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 3 tablets in 24 hours.
- For children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs), ask a doctor before use.
Imodium A-D caplets:
- For children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs):
- Take 1 caplet after the first loose stool.
- Take 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 3 caplets in 24 hours.
- For children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs):
- Take 1 caplet after the first loose stool.
- Take 1/2 caplet after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 2 caplets in 24 hours.
- For children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs), ask a doctor before use.
Imodium A-D liquid:
- For children 9-11 years (60-95 lbs):
- Take 15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool.
- Take 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool
- Do not take more than 45 mL (9 tsp) in 24 hours.
- For children 6-8 years (48-59 lbs):
- Take 15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool.
- Take 7.5 mL (1 1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool
- Do not take more than 30 mL (6 tsp) in 24 hours.
- For children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs), ask a doctor before use.
Imodium A-D liquid Children's Mint Flavor:
- Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea.
- Find right dose. If possible, use weight to dose; otherwise use age.
- Shake well before using.
- Only use attached measuring cup to dose product.
For children 9 to 11 years (60 to 95 lbs):
- Take 15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool.
- Take 7.5 mL (1-1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 45 mL (9 tsp) in 24 hours.
For children 6 to 8 years (48 to 59 lbs):
- Take 15 mL (3 tsp) after first loose stool.
- Take 7.5 mL (1-1/2 tsp) after each subsequent loose stool.
- Do not take more than 30 mL (6 tsp) in 24 hours.
For children under 6 years (up to 47 lbs), ask a doctor.
Imodium chewable tablets:
- contains milk
- store at room temperature between 20-25° C (68-77° F)
- do not use if carton is open or if printed foil seal under bottle cap is open or torn
- see bottom panel for lot number and expiration date
Imodium A-D caplet:
- each caplet contains: calcium 10 mg
- store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- do not use if carton or blister unit is open or torn
- see side panel for lot number and expiration date
Imodium A-D liquid:
- each 30 mL (6 tsp) contains: sodium 16 mg
- store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- do not use if printed inner or outer neckband is broken or missing
- see side panel for lot number and expiration date
Imodium A-D liquid Children's Mint Flavor:
- each 30 ml (6 tsp) contains: sodium 10 mg
- store at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F)
- do not use if printed inner or outer neckband is broken or missing
- see side panel for lot number and expiration date
