Overview
Uses and benefits
Side effects
How to use
How drug works
Safety advice
Missed dose
All substitutes
Quick tips
Fact box
Patient concerns
User feedback
FAQs

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AD 100mg Capsule

Prescription Required

Marketer

Hetero Drugs Ltd

SALT COMPOSITION

Racecadotril (100mg)

Salt Synonyms

Acetorphan

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

AD 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.

AD 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 their 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 of AD Capsule

Treatment of Diarrhea

Benefits of AD Capsule

In Treatment of Diarrhea

AD 100mg Capsule helps reduce excessive water loss in diarrhea without affecting normal bowel movement. It provides quick relief by controlling fluid secretion, helping to restore balance and prevent dehydration.

Side effects of AD Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of AD

General discomfort
Headache
Vomiting
Dizziness

How to use AD Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. AD 100mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.

How AD Capsule works

AD 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 diarrhea.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with AD 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of AD 100mg Capsule during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of AD 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

AD 100mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Use of AD 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

What if you forget to take AD Capsule?

If you miss a dose of AD 100mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

AD 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use AD 100mg Capsule if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment.
Not recommended to be taken for more than seven days.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Don't use AD 100mg Capsule if you have uncontrolled vomiting.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

N- acyl- alpha amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Enkephalinase Inhibitors

Patient concerns

Sugar after breakfast is 250 ad

Dr. Sanjay Bhatt

Physician

Increased level. Discuss with your doctor as some dose adjustment required if you are not having any diet failure.

Dear Doctor i feel constipation while passing the stool in the morning i even feel pain after the motion the pain occur after 1 to 2 hours of motion. I even have to visit the toilet 2 to 3 times to clear the stomach .Please help me in this regard.

Dr. Rekha Pohani

Dietetics/Nutrition

Have salads ad fruit

User feedback

Patients taking AD 100mg Capsule

Thrice A Day

43%

Twice A Day

37%

Once A Day

20%

What are you using AD Capsule for?

Diarrhea

96%

Others

How much was the improvement?

Average

48%

Excellent

29%

Poor

23%

What were the side-effects while using AD 100mg Capsule?

No Side Effec*

60%

Abdominal dis*

40%

*No Side Effect, Abdominal distension

How do you take AD Capsule?

With food

62%

Empty stomach

25%

With or witho*

12%

*With or without food

Please rate AD 100mg Capsule on price

Not Expensive

67%

Average

33%

FAQs

What is AD 100mg Capsule used for?

AD 100mg Capsule is used for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in adults. It is given as an add-on to dietary measures and oral rehydration, not as a replacement for them.

How does AD 100mg Capsule help in diarrhea?

AD 100mg Capsule helps reduce excess fluid loss from the intestines during acute diarrhoea. It decreases intestinal secretion of water and electrolytes, which helps control loose stools without slowing down normal bowel movement.

Is oral rehydration still needed while taking AD 100mg Capsule?

Yes. AD 100mg Capsule does not replace oral rehydration therapy. Adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement remains essential, especially in cases of dehydration.

When should AD 100mg Capsule not be used?

AD 100mg Capsule should not be used if diarrhea is accompanied by blood in stools or fever, or if the diarrhea is related to antibiotic use. It is also not intended for chronic diarrhea.

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Stool Examination R/M

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References

Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Racecadotril [Summary of Product Characteristics]. Vernouillet, France: Laboratoires Sophartex; 2022.

Marketer details

Name: Hetero Drugs Ltd

Address: 7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA

Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: September, 2027

A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver AD 100mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.

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