Sunmark Anti-Diarrheal Tablet Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 19, 2021.
Generic name: LOPERAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE 2mg
Dosage form: tablet
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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 |
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