Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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.
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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.
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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 Zomatril Tablet DT
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 Zomatril
Vomiting
Dizziness
General discomfort
Headache
How to use Zomatril Tablet DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT is to be taken with food.
How Zomatril Tablet DT works
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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 Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Zomatril Tablet DT?
If you miss a dose of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT, 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
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT, 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 Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT, 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 Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Don't use Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT in children less than 3 months.
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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
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Are any interactions of Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT work?
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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 Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT differ from loperamide?
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT be used?
Take Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT 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 Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT a novel anti-diarrheal?
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can Zomatril 100mg Tablet DT be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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References
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