
| Salt Composition: | Racecadotril (100mg) |
| Manufacturer: | East West Pharma |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Racaril 100mg Capsule is used to treat symptoms of acute diarrhea, especially when fluid and dietary measures are not effective. Racaril 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.
Racaril 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 Racaril 100mg Capsule with other medications?
No documented interactions with other medications have been reported in humans.
How does Racaril 100mg Capsule work?
Racaril 100mg Capsule reduces the amount of water and electrolytes secreted from the intestine. This helps to reduce fluid loss associated with diarrhea.
How is Racaril 100mg Capsule different from loperamide?
Racaril 100mg Capsule does not affect bowel motility like loperamide. This means it offers less risk of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Racaril 100mg Capsule be taken?
Take Racaril 100mg Capsule only as prescribed by your doctor. It is recommended to continue taking it until two normal bowel movements occur, with a maximum duration of seven days. Please consult your doctor for any additional information.
Is Racaril 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
Racaril 100mg Capsule is a medicine that rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation or affecting the central nervous system.
Is Racaril 100mg Capsule available over the counter (OTC)?
Racaril 100mg Capsule is not an over-the-counter medicine. It requires a prescription from a registered medical practitioner.
Does Racaril 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce stool output.
Can Racaril 100mg Capsule be used alone?
Racaril 100mg Capsule must always be taken with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Racaril 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Racaril 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Racaril 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Racaril 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.