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Kaopectate Diarrhea & Upset Stomach, Coated Caplets
Kaopectate Diarrhea & Upset Stomach, Coated Caplets
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Product details Other Information: Each caplet contains very low sodium. Do not use if carton was opened or if printed foil inner seal under bottle cap is torn or missing. Store at room temperature 20 degrees - 25 degrees C (68 degrees - 77 degrees F).

Warning

Warnings: Reye's syndrome: Children and teenagers who have or are recovering from chicken pox or flu-like symptoms should not use this product. When using this product, if changes in behavior with nausea and vomiting occur, consult a doctor because these symptoms could be an early sign of Reye's syndrome, a rare but serious illness. Allergic alert: Contains salicylate. Do not take if you are: allergic to salicylate (including aspirin); taking other salicylate products. Do not use if you have: an ulcer; a bleeding problem; bloody or black stool. Ask a doctor before use if you have: fever; mucus in the stool. Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking any drug for: anticoagulation (thinning the blood); diabetes; gout; arthritis. When using this product a temporary, but harmless, darkening of the stool and/or tongue may occur. Stop use and ask a doctor if: symptoms get worse; ringing in the ears or loss of hearing occurs; diarrhea lasts more than 2 days. If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep ouf of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Additional info
Directions: Swallow caplets with water; do not chew. Repeat dose every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed. Do not exceed 8 doses in 24 hours. Use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days. Drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea. Do not use if foil seal under cap, printed with Sealed for Your Protection is missing, open or broken. Adults and Children 12 Years of Age and Older: 2 caplets (1 dose). Children Under 12 Years: Ask a doctor.