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Daiagon Capsule

Racecadotril (100mg)

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Daiagon 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.

Written By Dr. Syeda Aafia, MBA, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Mekhala Chandra, MD, MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Mar 2026 | 12:42 PM (IST)

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Product introduction

Daiagon 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 Daiagon Capsule

Treatment of Diarrhea

Benefits of Daiagon Capsule

Treatment of Diarrhea
Daiagon 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 Daiagon 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 Daiagon

General discomfort
Headache
Vomiting
Dizziness

How to use Daiagon Capsule

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

How Daiagon Capsule works

Daiagon 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.

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Quick tips

Daiagon Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Daiagon 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 Daiagon Capsule if you have uncontrolled vomiting.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The safety of Daiagon 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 Daiagon Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

SAFE

Daiagon Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

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

Liver

CAUTION

Daiagon Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.

Frequently asked questions

What is Daiagon Capsule used for?

Daiagon 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 Daiagon Capsule help in diarrhea?

Daiagon 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 Daiagon Capsule?

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

When should Daiagon Capsule not be used?

Daiagon 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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

N- acyl- alpha amino acid derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Enkephalinase Inhibitors

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

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

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Marketer details

Name: Leeford Healthcare Ltd
Address: 203, Mangalam, Kulupwadi, Borivali (E), Mumbai-400066

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Country of origin: India
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General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Daiagon Capsule

Benefits of Daiagon Capsule

Side effects of Daiagon Capsule

How to use Daiagon Capsule

How Daiagon Capsule works

All substitutes for Daiagon Capsule

Lee Dott Capsule

Leedott 100mg Capsule

Redotil 100mg Capsule

Zedott 100mg Capsule

Enuff Capsule

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Daiagon Capsule used for?

How does Daiagon Capsule help in diarrhea?

Is oral rehydration still needed while taking Daiagon Capsule?

When should Daiagon Capsule not be used?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

References

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