Rale Syrup
Manufacturer
Wens Drugs India Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (10mg/5ml)
Key Information
Short Description
Rale Syrup is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children, reducing the amount of water and salts lost in stools.
Dosage Form
Syrup
Introduction
Rale Syrup 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
Rale Syrup 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
Rale Syrup 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 Rale Syrup if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment. Rale Syrup is not recommended to be taken more than 7 days unless advised otherwise. Do not mix Rale Syrup along with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine as it can harm. Do not give Rale Syrup if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting as this medicine will not be absorbed. Do not give Rale Syrup if your child is less than 3 months of age.
Frequently asked questions
Does Rale Syrup reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool volume and frequency.
How long does Rale Syrup take to work?
Treatment with Rale Syrup should continue until two normal stools are passed. However, if diarrhea does not improve after seven days of treatment, you must consult a doctor. It is important to avoid extending or stopping the treatment without consulting your child's doctor as this may cause side effects or lead to symptom recurrence.
My child is one year old and has a neurological disorder. Is Rale Syrup safe for them?
Usually, Rale Syrup does not cross the blood-brain barrier and has no potential to cause serious side effects like neurotoxicity. However, since children below 2 years old have underdeveloped membranes, there might be a chance that the medicine enters the brain, potentially causing side effects. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before administering Rale Syrup in such cases.
My child has milk intolerance. Can I give Rale Syrup to them?
No, children with dairy product or milk intolerance are advised not to take this medicine as it contains lactose.
My child is experiencing watery stools mixed with blood and also has a fever. Is Rale Syrup appropriate for their condition?
No, do not give Rale Syrup if your child's stool is bloody or pus-like and has a high body temperature (fever). These symptoms indicate potential infection requiring treatment beyond Rale Syrup.
My child suffers from long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I use Rale Syrup?
The use of Rale Syrup for chronic diarrhea has not been extensively studied, and its safety in such cases is uncertain. It's best to consult your child’s doctor before administering it.
What other medicines should my child avoid while taking Rale Syrup?
Although Rale Syrup does not generally interact with other medications, inform the doctor if your child is already on any medicine. Providing a complete medical history of your child will help the doctor understand their specific needs better.
