Follow the directions on the package or your doctor’s instructions
Take by mouth with a full glass of water
Swallow tablets or capsules whole unless the product label says otherwise
Use the lowest dose needed for the shortest time possible
Take after each loose stool if using the common over-the-counter adult dosing
Do not exceed the maximum daily dose on the label
Stop taking it and seek medical advice if diarrhea lasts more than 2 days
Do not use if you have bloody stools, a high fever, or severe abdominal pain unless a doctor tells you to
Avoid using in children unless directed by a healthcare professional
Check with a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or take other medicines
Read the specific product label because doses can differ by formulation and age