Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting Drowsiness
Abdominal pain/distention Dry mouth
Dizziness
Nursing
Considerations
◾ Used for control of diarrhea, including diarrhea in travelers
◾ Take with a full glass of water
◾ Encourage 6–8 glasses of fluid per day
◾ Use caution with potentially hazardous activities
◾ If abdominal distention in acute ulcerative colitis, stop med
◾ Avoid use with alcohol, CNS depressants
◾ Follow clear liquid or bland diet until diarrhea subsides
◾ Do not use OTC if fever over 101°F (38°C) or if bloody diarrhea
◾ OTC, Rx; Preg Cat C
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