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Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet

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SALT COMPOSITION
Salt Synonyms
Acetorphan
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet 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.

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet 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 Racigyl Tablet

Benefits of Racigyl Tablet

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 Racigyl 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 Racigyl

  • Vomiting
  • Dizziness
  • General discomfort
  • Headache

How to use Racigyl 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. Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

How Racigyl Tablet works

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet 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 Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Racigyl Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet, 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.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

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

Fact Box

Chemical Class
N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Enkephalinase inhibitor

Patient concerns

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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
My stomach problems for nearly two months in the daytime, affecting five to six times to go to the toilet.
Dr. Sfurti Mann
Internal Medicine
Get colonoscopy done for diagnosis of chronic diarrhea
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FAQs

Q. Are any interactions of Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet seen with other medicine?

No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.

Q. How does Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet work?

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet 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 Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet differ from loperamide?

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.

Q. How long should Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet be used?

Take Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet 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 Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet a novel anti-diarrheal?

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.

Q. Is Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet is over the counter (OTC) medicine?

Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.

Q. Does Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet reduce stool output?

Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.

Q. Can Racigyl Kid 100mg Tablet be used alone?

It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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Name: Mankind Pharma Ltd
Address: 208, Okhla Industrial Estate, Phase III, New Delhi - 110020
Country of origin: India

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