How is it used?

Before taking

While taking

Paregoric is used to relieve diarrhea. It decreases stomach and intestinal movement in the digestive system.

This medication is sometimes prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

Paregoric comes as a liquid to take by mouth. It usually is taken one to four times a day or immediately after each loose bowel movement. Your prescription may be mixed with water before you take it; the water should turn cloudy white. Do not take more than six doses in 1 day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take paregoric exactly as directed.

Paregoric can be habit-forming. Do not take a larger dose, take it more often, or for a longer period than your doctor tells you to.

If you have taken this medication for a long time, do not stop taking it suddenly. Your doctor probably will reduce your dose gradually.

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