Cado-Z Suspension
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bottle of 30 ml Suspension
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Q. Are any interactions of Cado-Z seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
Q. Can Cado-Z be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
Q. Can Cado-Z be used in adults?
No, it should be used in children less than 13 years.
Q. Does Cado-Z reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Q. How does Cado-Z differ from loperamide?
Cado-Z does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
Q. How does Cado-Z work?
Cado-Z 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 long should Cado-Z be used?
Take Cado-Z 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 Cado-Z a novel anti-diarrheal?
Cado-Z is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Q. Is Cado-Z is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Cado-Z is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Q. Is Cado-Z used for loose motion?
Yes. Cado-Z is used for the treatment of loose motion in children over three months of age. Dont use Cado-Z, if the child has fever, blood or pus in the stools.
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Cado-Z Suspension 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.
Cado-Z Suspension 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.
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Diarrhea
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Cado-Z Suspension
- Vomiting
- Fever
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Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cado-Z Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Cado-Z Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Breastfeeding
Information regarding the use of Cado-Z Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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Driving
Cado-Z Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
Cado-Z Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Cado-Z Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Cado-Z Suspension should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
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Liver
Cado-Z Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cado-Z Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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