Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet is a combination of medicines that is used to treat diarrhea and dysentery. It treats the infection by preventing the growth of microorganisms. It also relieves symptoms such as cramps, pain, bloating, and stomach discomfort.

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet is a prescription medicine. It should be taken with or without food, but it must be taken at a fixed time to ensure better efficacy. Do not consume more than the recommended dose, as this may have harmful effects on your body. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. The treatment must be completed even if you feel better.

This medicine may lead to some side effects such as nausea, headaches, metallic taste, dryness of mouth, etc. To overcome any such side effects, it is advised to eat a healthy balanced diet and drink plenty of fluid. If any of the side effects get aggravated, contact your doctor immediately. If you experience any allergic reaction (rashes, itching, swelling, shortness of breath, etc.), you must consult your doctor immediately.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine. It usually does not impair your ability to drive, but you should not drive if it makes you feel sleepy or dizzy.

Uses of Dim Kid Tablet

Benefits of Dim Kid Tablet

In Diarrhea

Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. 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.

In Dysentery

Dysentery or amoebic dysentery is a parasitic infection of the intestines that occurs mostly due to intake of contaminated food or water. The symptoms include loose stools (diarrhea), stomach cramps and stomach pain. Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet helps to treat this infection by killing the infection causing parasites. It relieves these symptoms and also helps 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.

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Side effects of Dim Kid Tablet

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 Dim Kid

Nausea
Metallic taste
Dryness in mouth
Sleepiness
Weakness
Dizziness
Headache
Blurred vision
Nervousness
Dark colored urine

How to use Dim Kid Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Dim Kid Tablet works

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet is a combination of three medicines: furazolidone, metronidazole and dicyclomine which treats diarrhea. Furazolidone and metronidazole are antibiotics which works by stopping the growth of bacteria and other diarrhea causing microorganisms. Dicyclomine is an anticholinergic which works by relaxing the muscles in the stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). By doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Consuming alcohol while taking Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CAUTION

Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Dim Kid Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet, 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.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

Take it at the same time every day to help you remember to take it.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It may cause dizziness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how Dim Kid 100 mg/400 mg/20 mg Tablet affects you.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect but should stop when your course is complete. Inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
It is advisable to stay hydrated and drink plenty of water to overcome medicine side effects.

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Brain stroke problem, type 2 dim, sugar, Bp

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continue medicine and physio; keep bp and sugar under control

I have eye problem sometimes my eye have irritation and it seems to dim.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Get ur vision n refraction done

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References

Drugs.com. Furazolidone. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Metronidazole. New York, New York: Pfizer; 2013. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Dicyclomine. Birmingham, Alabama: Axcan Scandipharm Inc.; 2005. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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