Akme-Entoquol Tablet

Short Description

Akme-Entoquol Tablet is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of diarrhea, slowing down the contraction of the intestines and allowing more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Akme-Entoquol Tablet may be taken with or without food. Take the medicine in the exact dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not consume more than the recommended dose as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Akme-Entoquol Tablet may lead to some side effects such as constipation, nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. If any of the side effects get severe or do not go away, contact your doctor. Before you take this medicine, let your doctor know if you have any preexisting medical conditions. Let your doctor also know all the medicines you are taking to make sure it is safe for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should let their doctors know so the doctor can advise accordingly.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Akme-Entoquol Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Side Effects

constipation nausea vomiting abdominal pain

Alcohol Warning

It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication. This is because drinking alcohol with Akme-Entoquol Tablet is likely to make you feel very sick (nauseated) and cause other unpleasant effects such as hot flushes, headaches.

Breastfeeding Warning

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should let their doctors know so the doctor can advise accordingly.

Pregnancy Warning

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should let their doctors know so the doctor can advise accordingly.

Akme-Entoquol Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Loperamide and Beta-Cyclodextrin. Loperamide is an antidiarrheal medication. It works by slowing down the contraction of the intestines thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients making the stools more solid and less frequent. Beta-Cyclodextrin works by improving the solubility and the stability of Loperamide and thus enhances its antidiarrheal effect.

You have been prescribed Akme-Entoquol Tablet for the treatment of diarrhea. Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids especially ORS (oral rehydration solution) to help keep you hydrated. Do not use Akme-Entoquol Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. Consult your doctor if your diarrhea lasts for more than 48 hours.