St. Joseph Antidiarrheal - Attapulgite - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding St. Joseph Antidiarrheal.
• Diasorb, Donnagel, Kaopectate, Parepectolin
• at-uh-PULL-gite

Possible Side Effects

• This medication is generally well tolerated.
• Stomach upset may occur.
• If diarrhea is not relieved after two days of using this medication or you develop a fever or stomach cramps, notify your doctor.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

St. Joseph Antidiarrheal Storage Instructions

• Store tablets at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• The liquid form of this medication may be stored in the refrigerator to improve taste.

St. Joseph Antidiarrheal Miscellaneous Notes

• To maintain normal bowel habits, it is important to drink plenty of fluids (4-6 8 ounce glasses a day), eat foods high in fiber and roughage and exercise regularly.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is usually taken after each loose bowel movement.
• Follow package instructions.
• Chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing.
• The liquid form should be shaken well before pouring each dose.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Medicinal Applications

• Attapulgite is used in the treatment of diarrhea.
• It works by absorbing fluid in the intestine.

Read Before Using St. Joseph Antidiarrheal (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.