Aquasec 100mg Capsule
strip of 10.0 capsules.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Racecadotril (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Micro Labs Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Aquasec 100mg Capsule is used to treat symptoms of acute diarrhea, especially when fluid and dietary measures are not effective. Aquasec 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.
Aquasec 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.
Are there any known interactions of Aquasec 100mg Capsule with other medications?
No clinically significant interactions with other medications have been described in humans.
How does Aquasec 100mg Capsule work?
Aquasec 100mg Capsule works by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce fluid loss from the body in diarrhea.
How does Aquasec 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?
Aquasec 100mg Capsule does not affect motility, unlike Loperamide. This leads to less chance of developing rebound constipation.
For how long should Aquasec 100mg Capsule be taken?
Take Aquasec 100mg Capsule only for the duration prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended to continue taking it until two normal stools are observed in the child, with a maximum of seven days. Consult your doctor for any further guidance.
Is Aquasec 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
Aquasec 100mg Capsule is a medicine that rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation or affecting the central nervous system.
Is Aquasec 100mg Capsule available over-the-counter (OTC)?
Aquasec 100mg Capsule is a prescription medicine and is not available over-the-counter. It can only be used when prescribed by a registered medical practitioner.
Does Aquasec 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce stool output.
Can Aquasec 100mg Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used in conjunction with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Aquasec 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
- Aquasec 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Aquasec 100mg Capsule if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever.
- 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 Aquasec 100mg Capsule if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Don't use Aquasec 100mg Capsule if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever.
- Don't use Aquasec 100mg Capsule if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Aquasec 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Aquasec 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Aquasec 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
