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Loperamide

FDA-approved label information

Reproduced from the FDA Structured Product Label via the openFDA API. Label version: September 23, 2025.

Status: Human Otc Drug
Brand names: Imodium A-D
Route: Oral

Indications and usage

Use controls symptoms of diarrhea, including Travelers’ Diarrhea

Warnings (older label format)

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 Do not use if you have bloody or black stool 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 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. 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. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. 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).

Source: US Food and Drug Administration, via the openFDA API. The FDA does not review, endorse or verify third-party reproductions of this data, and label information may have been updated since it was retrieved.
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