Redotil 100mg Capsule
Racecadotril (100mg)
by Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
strip of 15 capsules
About this medicine
Redotil 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. 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. 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.
Uses
- Treatment of Diarrhea
Benefits
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.
How it works
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.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Redotil 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Common side effects
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Headache
Safety advice
- AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Redotil 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Redotil 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Information regarding the use of Redotil 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
- DrivingSAFE
- Redotil 100mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
- KidneyCAUTION
- Redotil 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Redotil 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Redotil 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
- LiverCAUTION
- Redotil 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Redotil 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Redotil 100mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\\n
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Gastro intestinal
- Action Class
- Enkephalinase inhibitor
Frequently asked questions
Are any interactions of Redotil 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does Redotil 100mg Capsule work?
Redotil 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 Redotil 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?
Redotil 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Redotil 100mg Capsule be used?
Take Redotil 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.
Is Redotil 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
Redotil 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Redotil 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Redotil 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 Redotil 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can Redotil 100mg Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
- Salt composition
- Racecadotril (100mg)
- Pack
- strip of 15 capsules
- Dosage form
- Capsule
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
Same salt, other brands
Therapeutically equivalent. Ask your doctor or our pharmacist before substituting.
The content above is for information only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always consult a registered medical practitioner before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.