AD 100mg Capsule
By Hetero Drugs Ltd
Key Information
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (100mg)
Primary Use
Diarrhea
Medicine Type
ethical
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Introduction
Description
AD 100mg Capsule is used in the treatment of symptoms of acute diarrhea. It should be used along with abundant liquid intake and dietary measures. This medicine is used when fluid and dietary measures are not sufficiently effective to control diarrhea. AD 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.The most common side effects are vomiting and fever. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.This medicine should not be used in children if they have blood or pus in stools, chronic diarrhea, diarrhea caused by antibiotics, and suffering from kidney or liver disease. It is also not used in children under three months of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are any interactions of AD 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does AD 100mg Capsule work?
AD 100mg Capsule works by reducding the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea.
How does AD 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?
AD 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should AD 100mg Capsule be used?
Take AD 100mg Capsule only for a duration as advised by your doctor. It is also suggested to be taken until your child has two normal stools, not exceeding 7 days. Please consult your doctor for any further information.\u003cbr>
Is AD 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
AD 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is AD 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
AD 100mg Capsule is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does AD 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can AD 100mg Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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