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Racecadotril (100mg)
Redotil 100mg Capsule is used to treat symptoms of acute diarrhea, especially when fluid and dietary measures are not sufficient.
Capsule
Redotil 100mg Capsule is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to take this medicine along with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Redotil 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Redotil 100mg Capsule has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea.
Use Redotil 100mg Capsule together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. Don't use Redotil 100mg Capsule if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever. Not recommended to be taken more than 7 days. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Don't use Redotil 100mg Capsule if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
No known interactions have been described in humans.
Redotil 100mg Capsule works by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce fluid loss from the body during diarrhea.
Redotil 100mg Capsule does not affect motility, unlike Loperamide. This means a lower risk of developing rebound constipation.
Take Redotil 100mg Capsule only as directed by your doctor. It's crucial to stop using the medication after two normal stools appear, not exceeding seven days. Consult your doctor for any further guidance.
Redotil 100mg Capsule is a medicine that rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation or having a central effect.
Redotil 100mg Capsule is not an over-the-counter medication. It requires a prescription from a registered medical practitioner.
Yes, it helps to reduce the volume of stool.
It should always be used in conjunction with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).