Prescription Required

AD 30mg Sachet

by Hetero Drugs Ltd
Racecadotril (30mg)

₹12

AD 30mg Sachet

Introduction to AD 30mg Sachet

AD 30mg Sachet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is either in tablet form or used as sachet. It is important to take this medicine along with 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.

AD 30mg Sachet 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 also not used in children under three months of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.

Safety Advice for AD 30mg Sachet

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with AD 30mg Sachet. Please consult your doctor.

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Information regarding the use of AD 30mg Sachet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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Information regarding the use of AD 30mg Sachet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

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AD 30mg Sachet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

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AD 30mg Sachet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AD 30mg Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of AD 30mg Sachet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

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AD 30mg Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of AD 30mg Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

How AD 30mg Sachet works

AD 30mg Sachet 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.

How To Use AD 30mg Sachet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. AD 30mg Sachet is to be taken with food.

Side Effects Of AD 30mg Sachet

  • Vomiting
  • Fever

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FAQ's on AD 30mg Sachet

Can AD be used in adults?

No, it should be used in children less than 13 years.

Does AD reduce stool output?

Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.

Is AD a novel anti-diarrheal?

AD is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.

Are any interactions of AD seen with other medicine?

No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.

Is AD used for loose motion?

Yes. AD is used for the treatment of loose motion in children over three months of age. Dont use AD, if the child has fever, blood or pus in the stools.

How long should AD be used?

Take AD 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 AD is over the counter (OTC) medicine?

AD is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.

How does AD differ from loperamide?

AD does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.

How does AD work?

AD 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.

Can AD be used alone?

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

Prescription Required

AD 30mg Sachet

by Hetero Drugs Ltd
Racecadotril (30mg)

₹12

AD 30mg Sachet

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