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If my 2 year old has diarrhea can i give imodium (loperamide)?
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Yes: Imodium (loperamide) can be given, 1 teaspoon x3 per day. Hydrating well with electrolyte solution such as pedialyte is essential.
Answered 11/1/2018
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