
Cado-Z Suspension
Manufacturer
Omenta Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cado-Z Suspension is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children, reducing the amount of water and salts lost in stools.
Dosage Form
Suspension
Introduction
Cado-Z Suspension is a commonly prescribed medicine for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in infants and children. It reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools. This medicine is usually given when diarrhea cannot be treated effectively with fluids and dietary measures.
Directions for Use
Cado-Z Suspension should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. Give your child plenty of fluids to replenish water and mineral loss.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
How it works
Cado-Z Suspension has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to replenish the amount of fluids lost from the body in diarrhea.
Quick Tips
Do not use Cado-Z Suspension if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment. Cado-Z Suspension is not recommended to be taken more than 7 days unless advised otherwise. Do not mix Cado-Z Suspension along with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine as it can harm. Do not give Cado-Z Suspension if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting as this medicine will not be absorbed. Do not give Cado-Z Suspension if your child is less than 3 months of age.