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Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
Introduction to Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
The medicine is effective in treating the symptoms of acute diarrhea. It is important to take this medicine along with abundant liquid intake and an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Safety Advice for Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
- Moderate risk
- High risk
- Safe
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with the medicine. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of the drug during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of medicine during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It does not usually affect your ability to drive.
It should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of medicine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
It should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of medicine may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
How Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s works
This medicine has Racecadotril, an active ingredient with an anti-secretory effect. It reduces fluid loss from the body by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine.
How To Use Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
- Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor.
- Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it.
- It can be taken with food.
Special Precautions About Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
- Inform your doctor if you have a fever, blood or pus in stools, chronic diarrhea, diarrhea caused by antibiotics, kidney or liver problems, or prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting.
- Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and other medicines to rule out potential side effects.
- It should not be given to children younger than three months of age.
- Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.
Benefits Of Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
- Relieve frequent loose motions
- Helps to stay well by preventing water loss
Side Effects Of Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
- Vomiting
- Fever
Similar Medicine Of Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
What If I Missed A Dose Of Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Health And Lifestyle
Drug Interaction
- Antihypertensive (ACE Inhibitor)- Captopril, Perindopril, Ramipril, Enalapril, and Lisinopril
Drug Food Interaction
- No interactions found
Disease Explanation
Diarrhea is characterized by frequent bowel movements, often with loose and watery stools. Diarrhea can be caused by food intolerance, food allergy, adverse reactions to medications, viral or bacterial infections, intestinal diseases, parasitic infections, and surgeries on the stomach or gallbladder.
FAQ's on Racedot 100mg Capsule 6s
Can Racedot be used in adults?
No, it should be used in children less than 13 years.
Is Racedot used for loose motion?
Yes. Racedot is used for the treatment of loose motion in children over three months of age. Dont use Racedot, if the child has fever, blood or pus in the stools.
Is Racedot a novel anti-diarrheal?
Racedot is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Racedot is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Racedot is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Are any interactions of Racedot seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
Does Racedot reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
How does Racedot work?
Racedot 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.
Can Racedot be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
How long should Racedot be used?
Take Racedot 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.<br>
How does Racedot differ from loperamide?
Racedot does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
Written By
Rakshita Garg
M.Pharma
Content Updated on
Tuesday, 30 July, 2024
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