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Raceloc 100mg Capsule
strip of 10 capsules
MRP₹103.5
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About Raceloc Products
Uses of Raceloc Products
Racecadotril is used in the treatment of diarrhea. It is used, when fluid and dietary measures are not sufficiently effective to control diarrhoea.
Raceloc Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Raceloc are Vomiting, Dizziness, General discomfort, Headache.
How Raceloc Products work
Racecadotril 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.
In Depth Information for Raceloc Products
- Raceloc should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Raceloc, 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 Raceloc, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Raceloc should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Raceloc, 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 Raceloc, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Don't use Raceloc in children less than 3 months.
- Raceloc 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.
Patient Concerns about Raceloc Products
Frequently asked questions about Raceloc Products
Q. What is Raceloc 100mg Capsule used for?
Raceloc 100mg 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.
Q. How does Raceloc 100mg Capsule help in diarrhea?
Raceloc 100mg 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.
Q. Is oral rehydration still needed while taking Raceloc 100mg Capsule?
Yes. Raceloc 100mg Capsule does not replace oral rehydration therapy. Adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement remains essential, especially in cases of dehydration.
Q. When should Raceloc 100mg Capsule not be used?
Raceloc 100mg 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.