Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT
Manufacturer
FDC Ltd
Salt Composition
Racecadotril (30mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT is a medicine used to treat acute diarrhea in infants and children, reducing the amount of water and salts lost in stools.
Dosage Form
Tablet DT
Introduction
Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT is a commonly prescribed medicine for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in infants and children. This medicine is usually given when diarrhea cannot be treated effectively with fluids and dietary measures. It reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools.
Directions for Use
Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. Give your child plenty of fluids to replenish water and mineral loss.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
How it works
Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to replenish the amount of fluids lost from the body in diarrhea.
Quick Tips
Do not use Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT if your child has blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment. Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT is not recommended to be taken more than 7 days unless advised otherwise. Do not mix Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT along with any other herbal or ayurvedic medicine as it can harm. Do not give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT if your child has persistent uncontrolled vomiting as this medicine will not be absorbed. Do not give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT if your child is less than 3 months of age.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT take to work?
Treatment with Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT should continue until two normal stools are passed. However, if the diarrhea does not improve after seven days of treatment, you must contact your doctor. Make sure neither to extend nor to stop the treatment without consulting your child’s doctor, as this may lead to side effects or recurrence of symptoms.
My child is one year old and is suffering from a neurological disorder. Is it safe to give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT?
Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT usually does not enter the central nervous system and lacks potential for serious side effects like neurotoxicity. However, children under two years of age have underdeveloped membranes, which may lead to medicine entering the brain and causing side effects. Therefore, consult your child's doctor before administering Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT in such a condition.
My child has milk intolerance. Can I give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT to my child?
No, children with dairy product and milk intolerance should not take this medicine as it contains lactose.
My child is passing watery stools mixed with blood and is also suffering from fever. Is Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT the right choice of treatment?
No, do not give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT to your child if they are passing stools mixed with blood or pus along with a high body temperature (fever). These symptoms may indicate an underlying infection that requires different line of treatment.
My child is suffering from long-term (chronic) diarrhea. Can I give Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT?
The use of Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT in chronic diarrhea has not been extensively studied. It is best to consult your child’s doctor before administering this medicine for chronic diarrhea.
What all other medicines should my child avoid while taking Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT?
Although Zomatril 30mg Tablet DT is not known to interact with other medicines, it’s essential to inform your doctor about any other medications your child may be taking. It's best to provide your child's full medical history to the doctor, as this will help them understand your child's needs more accurately.
