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INTRODUCTION AD 100MG CAPSULE contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheals. It is indicated in the treatment of acute diarrhoea (sudden onset of three or more loose stools per day, lasting less than 14 days). Symptoms associated with diarrhoea includes ab...
AD 100MG CAPSULE contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheals. It is indicated in the treatment of acute diarrhoea (sudden onset of three or more loose stools per day, lasting less than 14 days). Symptoms associated with diarrhoea includes abdominal cramps and pain, nausea, vomiting and severely it may cause blood or pus in the stool.
AD 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease, impaired liver function, suffering from chronic diarrhoea or diarrhoea caused by antibiotics, suffering from prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting, intolerant to lactose, blood or pus in the stools and fever.
AD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant and breast-feeding women. This medicine is not suitable for use in children and adolescents, other forms of this medicine are used in children and adolescents. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
The most common side effect of taking AD 100MG CAPSULE is headache. Consult your doctor if the side effect worsens or if you experience any unusual effects.
AD 100MG CAPSULE helps in the treatment of diarrhoea as it has an antisecretory mechanism. It acts on the naturally occurring substances in our body called endogenous opioids (enkephalins) and prevents their degradation which reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines.
Always take AD 100MG CAPSULE as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine as a whole and do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the medicine depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking it without informing your doctor.
Stop taking AD 100MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following side effects:
Headache:
Rest and relax. Drink sufficient amount of fluids such as water. Apply a pain-relieving balm on the forehead if required. Do not consume alcohol. Consult your doctor if the symptom does not improve.
AD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for advice.
AD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor for advice.
AD 100MG CAPSULE does not affect your ability to drive or operate any machines.
AD 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it.
AD 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Do not take AD 100MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to Racecadotril or other ingredients of this medicine.
Before taking AD 100MG CAPSULE inform your doctor if you:
Use in pediatrics:
AD 100MG CAPSULE is not suitable for use in children and adolescents, other forms of this medicine are used in children and adolescents. Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Use in geriatrics:
AD 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.
A. Drug – Drug Interactions:
Before taking AD 100MG CAPSULE inform to your doctor, if you are taking any of these medicines:
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of AD 100MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital.
| Drug | : | Racecadotril |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Oral Enkephalinase Inhibitor |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Acute diarrhoea |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Powder, Sachet, Suspension |
What is AD 100MG CAPSULE and why is it given?
AD 100MG CAPSULE contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheal medicines. It is indicated in the treatment of acute diarrhoea. Consult your doctor before taking it.
How long does it take for AD 100MG CAPSULE to work?
AD 100MG CAPSULE is taken orally and gets absorbed in the body from intestine and gets converted into its active form. The peak levels of this medicine in the body are reached within 1 hour of taking it.
Is AD 100MG CAPSULE safe to use in pregnant women?
AD 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for advice before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant.
Is AD 100MG CAPSULE an antibiotic?
No, AD 100MG CAPSULE is an antidiarrheal medicine which helps in treating acute diarrhoea by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines.
Can AD 100MG CAPSULE be used in patients with kidney problems?
AD 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Your doctor may check your kidney function before and during treatment with this medicine to prevent the risk of any unusual effects. Consult your doctor before taking it.
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Written By Dr. R. Dinesh John Rajkumar, Pharm.D
Last updated on 12 Nov 2022 | 05:58 PM(IST)