Imodium should not be used in children who are younger than 2 years. If your child has a medical condition that’s causing the diarrhea, talk to your child’s doctor first before using Imodium. Do not use Imodium to treat your child for more than one day.

How young can we give a child Imodium? Don’t give Imodium to children younger than 2 years. Use only the liquid form for children who are 2-5 years of age. Don’t give Imodium to your child for longer than one day. Call your child’s…

When not to take Imodium? You should not use Imodium A-D if you are allergic to loperamide, or if you have: stomach pain without diarrhea; diarrhea with a high fever; ulcerative colitis; diarrhea that is caused by a bacterial infection; or stools that are bloody, black, or tarry.

When should you take Imodium? Imodium should be taken before you eat, 30 to 60 minutes. Or if you are needing it regularly, then you can just take it throughout the day, up to 8 tablets, which might mean a maximum 2 in the morning, 2 at lunch, 2 at dinner hour and 2 before bed.

Is Imodium safe for toddlers? Giving Imodium to a toddler would be toxic due to the high dosage. The dosage is not measured to the child’s age and weight. It is dangerous to give children medications meant for adults. Call a pediatrician if your toddler is having stomach upset and a high temperature for appropriate medication recommendations.