Alto 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.
Alto 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 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.
Alto 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 Alto 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 Alto AD
Vomiting
Dizziness
General discomfort
Headache
How to use Alto AD Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Alto AD 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Alto AD Capsule works
Alto 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 diarrhoea.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Alto AD 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alto AD 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alto AD 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Alto AD 100mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Alto AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alto AD 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Alto AD 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Alto AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alto AD 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Alto AD Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Alto AD 100mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Alto AD 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Alto 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 more than 7 days.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Don't use Alto AD 100mg Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Alto AD 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Alto 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 more than 7 days.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.
Don't use Alto AD 100mg Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Don't use Alto AD 100mg Capsule in children less than 3 months.
Alto AD 100mg Capsule sachet should be taken orally, directly or mixed with water. Make sure it is mixed well, and then give the total dose immediately to your child.
Not approved for adult and children above 13 years.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Enkephalinase Inhibitors
Patient concerns
Diarrhea and dysentery last 15 days I had taken levofoxcin+ornidazol bd for 5 days along refaximin 400 tab bd for 5 day but it is start again
norflox tz twice daily for 3 days and paracetamol 500 mg thrice daily after food for 3 days and omez d 20mg twice daily for 5 days before foodalso give 2-3 sachets of electrol powder daily till 3-4 days
Are any interactions of Alto AD 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does Alto AD 100mg Capsule work?
Alto AD 100mg Capsule works by reducding the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea.
How does Alto AD 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?
Alto AD 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Alto AD 100mg Capsule be used?
Take Alto AD 100mg Capsule only for a duration as advised by your doctor. It is also suggested to be taken until your child has two normal stools, not exceeding 7 days. Please consult your doctor for any further information.<br>
Is Alto AD 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
Alto AD 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Alto AD 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Alto AD 100mg Capsule is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does Alto AD 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can Alto AD 100mg Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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References
Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Alto Healthcare Pvt. Ltd.
Address: 896/2 Nala Road Near Maruit Services station vill. rithala New Delhi 110085,