Normet R 10mg Sachet
Manufacturer
Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (10mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Normet R 10mg Sachet is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children, usually given when diarrhea cannot be treated with fluids and dietary measures.
Dosage Form
Sachet
Introduction
Normet R 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
Normet R 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.
How it works
Normet R 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 Normet R 10mg Sachet 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. Do not use Normet R 10mg Sachet if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. Do not take Normet R 10mg Sachet for more than 7 days unless advised otherwise. Do not mix Normet R 10mg Sachet with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine. Do not give Normet R 10mg Sachet if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting. Do not give Normet R 10mg Sachet if your child is less than 3 months of age.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Normet R 10mg Sachet take to work?
Treatment with Normet R 10mg Sachet should be continued until two normal stools are passed. However, if the diarrhea does not improve after seven days of treatment, you must contact your child's doctor. Do not extend or stop the treatment on your own without consulting your child’s doctor; doing so may lead to side effects or a recurrence of symptoms.
My child is one year old and has a neurological disorder. Is it safe to give Normet R 10mg Sachet?
Normet R 10mg Sachet typically does not enter the central nervous system and lacks potential for serious side effects like neurotoxicity. However, children under two years of age have underdeveloped membranes, making them more susceptible to medicine entering the brain. Consult your child’s doctor before giving Normet R 10mg Sachet in such a condition.
My child has milk intolerance. Can I give Normet R 10mg Sachet to my child?
No, children with dairy or 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 Normet R 10mg Sachet the right choice of treatment?
No, do not give Normet R 10mg Sachet if your child is experiencing bloody stool or pus along with high body temperature (fever). These symptoms indicate an underlying pathology (infection) and might require a different course of treatment.
My child is suffering from long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I give Normet R 10mg Sachet?
The use of Normet R 10mg Sachet in chronic diarrhea has not been extensively studied, so consulting your child's doctor before administering this medicine for long-term diarrhea is recommended.
What other medicines should my child avoid while taking Normet R 10mg Sachet?
Although Normet R 10mg Sachet does not typically interact with other medications, it’s essential to inform your child’s doctor about any other medications they are currently taking. Sharing a complete medical history of your child will help the doctor understand their needs better.
