Enuff 10mg Sachet
Manufacturer
Hetero Drugs Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Enuff 10mg Sachet is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children.
Dosage Form
Granules
Introduction
Enuff 10mg Sachet is a commonly prescribed medicine for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in infants and children. This medicine is usually given when diarrhea cannot be treated effectively with fluids and dietary measures. It reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools.
Directions for Use
Enuff 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
Enuff 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
Do not use Enuff 10mg Sachet if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment. Enuff 10mg Sachet is not recommended to be taken more than 7 days unless advised otherwise. Do not mix Enuff 10mg Sachet along with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine as it can harm. Do not give Enuff 10mg Sachet if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting as this medicine will not be absorbed. Do not give Enuff 10mg Sachet if your child is less than 3 months of age.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Enuff 10mg Sachet take to work?
Treatment with Enuff 10mg Sachet should be continued until two normal stools are passed. However, if diarrhea does not improve after seven days of treatment, you must consult your doctor. Do not extend or stop the treatment without consulting your child's doctor. Doing so may have side effects or lead to a recurrence of symptoms.
My child is one year old and has a neurological disorder. Is it safe to give Enuff 10mg Sachet?
Enuff 10mg Sachet generally does not enter the central nervous system and lacks the potential for serious side effects such as neurotoxicity. However, children under 2 years of age have underdeveloped membranes, which could allow the medicine to enter the brain and cause side effects. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before administering Enuff 10mg Sachet in such cases.
My child has milk intolerance. Can I give Enuff 10mg Sachet to my child?
No, children with dairy product or milk intolerance should not take this medicine as it contains lactose.
My child is passing watery stools mixed with blood and also has a fever. Is Enuff 10mg Sachet the right choice of treatment?
No, do not give Enuff 10mg Sachet if your child's stool is bloody or pus-filled, alongside having high body temperature (fever). These symptoms suggest an underlying pathology (infection) and may require alternative treatment methods.
My child has long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I give Enuff 10mg Sachet?
The use of Enuff 10mg Sachet in chronic diarrhea has not been adequately studied. Consult your child's doctor before administering this medication for long-term diarrhea.
What other medicines should my child avoid while taking Enuff 10mg Sachet?
Although Enuff 10mg Sachet is not known to interact with other medications, it's crucial to inform your doctor about all the medicines your child is taking. Providing a complete medical history will help the doctor understand your child's needs better.
