Kaopectate Drug Information

relieves: traveler’s diarrhea diarrhea upset stomach due to overindulgence in food and drink, including: heartburn indigestion nausea gas belching fullness

shake well immediately before each use only use pre-measured dose cup adults and children 12 years of age and older: 1 dose (30 mL) every 1/2 hour to 1 hour as needed. do not exceed 8 doses (240 mL) in 24 hours use until diarrhea stops but not more than 2 days children under 12 years: ask a doctor drink plenty of clear fluids to help prevent dehydration caused by diarrhea

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.

if you have an ulcer a bleeding problem bloody or black stool

Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.