Dotril 10mg Sachet
Manufacturer
Apex Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dotril 10mg Sachet is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children, reducing the amount of water and salts lost in stools.
Dosage Form
Sachet
Introduction
Dotril 10mg Sachet 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
Dotril 10mg Sachet 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
Dotril 10mg Sachet 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
Use with oral rehydration solution (ORS) Give plenty of fluids to replenish water and mineral loss Do not use if child has blood and pus in stools or fever Do not take for more than 7 days unless advised otherwise Do not mix with other herbal or ayurvedic medicine Do not give if child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting Do not give to children less than 3 months of age
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Dotril 10mg Sachet take to work?
Treatment with Dotril 10mg Sachet should be continued until two normal stools are passed. If the diarrhea doesn't improve after seven days of treatment, please consult your doctor. Do not extend or stop the medication without consulting your child’s doctor. Doing so may have side effects or could lead to a recurrence of symptoms.
My child is one year old and has a neurological disorder. Is it safe to give Dotril 10mg Sachet?
Usually, Dotril 10mg Sachet does not enter the central nervous system and lacks the potential for serious side effects such as neurotoxicity. However, children below two years old have underdeveloped membranes, so there is a chance the medicine might enter the brain and cause side effects. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before giving Dotril 10mg Sachet in this condition.
My child has milk intolerance. Can I give Dotril 10mg Sachet to my child?
No, children with dairy product and milk intolerance should not take this medicine as it contains lactose.
My child is passing watery stools mixed with blood and has a fever. Is Dotril 10mg Sachet the right choice of treatment?
No, do not give Dotril 10mg Sachet if your child has watery stools mixed with blood or pus along with a high body temperature (fever). These symptoms suggest an underlying pathology (infection) and may need other types of treatment.
My child is suffering from long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I give Dotril 10mg Sachet?
The use of Dotril 10mg Sachet in chronic diarrhea has not been sufficiently studied, so it's best to consult your doctor before giving this medicine for long-term diarrhea.
What other medicines should my child avoid while taking Dotril 10mg Sachet?
Although Dotril 10mg Sachet is not known to cause any interactions with other medications, it’s best to tell your doctor if your child is currently taking any medication. It’s important to provide complete information about your child’s medical history so the doctor can better understand their needs.
