Racecortil 100mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Racecortil 100mg Tablet 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.
Racecortil 100mg Tablet treats acute diarrhoea.
Racecortil 100mg Tablet treats acute diarrhoea.
Uses of Racecortil Tablet
Benefits of Racecortil Tablet
In Treatment of Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Racecortil Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Racecortil
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Headache
How to use Racecortil Tablet
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. Racecortil 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Racecortil 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Racecortil 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Racecortil 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Racecortil 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Racecortil 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Racecortil 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Racecortil 100mg Tablet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Use of Racecortil 100mg Tablet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Racecortil 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Racecortil 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Racecortil 100mg Tablet should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Racecortil 100mg Tablet, if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment.
- 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 Racecortil 100mg Tablet, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Enkephalinase inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
Are any interactions of Racecortil 100mg Tablet seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does Racecortil 100mg Tablet work?
Racecortil 100mg Tablet 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 Racecortil 100mg Tablet differ from loperamide?
Racecortil 100mg Tablet does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Racecortil 100mg Tablet be used?
Take Racecortil 100mg Tablet 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>
Is Racecortil 100mg Tablet a novel anti-diarrheal?
Racecortil 100mg Tablet is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Racecortil 100mg Tablet is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Racecortil 100mg Tablet is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does Racecortil 100mg Tablet reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can Racecortil 100mg Tablet be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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