DD Norm 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.

DD Norm 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.

Uses of DD Norm Capsule

Treatment of Diarrhea

Benefits of DD Norm Capsule

In Treatment of Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Side effects of DD Norm 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 DD Norm

Vomiting
Dizziness
General discomfort
Headache

How to use DD Norm Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. DD Norm 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How DD Norm Capsule works

DD Norm 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 DD Norm 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of DD Norm 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Driving

SAFE

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

Kidney

CAUTION

DD Norm 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of DD Norm 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of DD Norm 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

DD Norm 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of DD Norm 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take DD Norm Capsule?

If you miss a dose of DD Norm 100mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Quick tips

DD Norm 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use DD Norm 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 DD Norm 100mg Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Enkephalinase inhibitor

Patient concerns

I have been suffering from chronic constipation n indigestion for last 10 years. It created asthma then piles which r under control. but have lost appetite , agility, sexual orientation, etc. eyes n teeth r also weak. currently undergoing homoeopathic treatment. but the diagnosis is not up to the satisfaction. please help.

Dr. Deepak Kumar Soni

Ayurveda

HI DD PATIENT most common problem in daily life . With medicine you should have to follow some diet control like don't take milk at night if you take , no any oily food , no Puri - parathe like break fast . Use only in diet like dalia , moogdal , add chach in lunch , if you have no hypertension patient take lavanbhakar churna after lunch and dinner 1/2 teaspoon . If you not get result send me reconsultation

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

Dr. Sfurti Mann

Internal Medicine

Get a colonoscopy done for chronic Diarrhea

FAQs

Q. Are any interactions of DD Norm 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?

No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.

Q. How does DD Norm 100mg Capsule work?

DD Norm 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.

Q. How does DD Norm 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?

DD Norm 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.

Q. How long should DD Norm 100mg Capsule be used?

Take DD Norm 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>

Q. Is DD Norm 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?

DD Norm 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.

Q. Is DD Norm 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?

DD Norm 100mg Capsule is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.

Q. Does DD Norm 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?

Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.

Q. Can DD Norm 100mg Capsule be used alone?

It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).

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