RACARIL 100mg Capsule 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Racecadotril 100 mg
Manufacturer
East West Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Variant
10 Capsule(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT RACARIL 100MG CAPSULERACARIL 100MG CAPSULE contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheals. It is indicated in the management 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. RACARIL 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. RACARIL 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
Uses
OF RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE Manage acute diarrhoea
How It Works
RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE helps in the management of diarrhoea as it has an antisecretory mechanism. It acts on the naturally occurring substances in our body called endogenous opioids (enkephalins) and manages their degradation which reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines.
Directions for Use
Always take RACARIL 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.
Side Effects
RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE Manage acute diarrhoea HOW RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE WORKSRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE helps in the management of diarrhoea as it has an antisecretory mechanism. It acts on the naturally occurring substances in our body called endogenous opioids (enkephalins) and manages their degradation which reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines. DIRECTIONS FOR USEAlways take RACARIL 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. SIDE EFFECTS OF RACARIL 100MG CAPSULECOMMON headache UNCOMMON rash erythema (redness of skin) RAREStop taking RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE and contact your doctor immediately if you notice any of the following side effects: angioedema characterized by swollen face, tongue or pharynx, difficulty in swallowing, hives and difficulty in breathing
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your doctor for advice. BREASTFEEDINGRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE does not affect your ability to drive or operate any machines. KIDNEYRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERRACARIL 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with impaired liver function. Consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE if you are allergic to Racecadotril or other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSBefore taking RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE inform your doctor if you: are suffering from chronic diarrhoea or diarrhoea caused by antibiotics are suffering from prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting have intolerance to lactose have blood or pus in your stools and if you have fever Use in pediatrics: RACARIL 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: RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug – Drug Interactions: Before taking RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE inform to your doctor, if you are taking any of these medicines: angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, perindopril, ramipril (used to manage high blood pressure) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE, consult your doctor immediately or visit a nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Racecadotril Pharmacological Category : Oral Enkephalinase Inhibitor Therapeutic Indication : Acute diarrhoea Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule, Powder, Sachet, Suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep RACARIL 100MG CAPSULE out of reach to children Store at room temperature
Article Information
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
12 Nov 2022