Introduction

Uses of Racetril 100

Diarrhea

Side effects of Racetril 100

Vomiting
Fever

How to use Racetril 100

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Racetril 100 is to be taken with food.

How Racetril 100 works

Racetril 100 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.

What if you forget to take Racetril 100?

If you miss a dose of Racetril 100, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Quick Tips

Racetril 100 should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
Don't use Racetril 100, 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 Racetril 100, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Don't use Racetril 100 in children less than 3 months.
Racetril 100 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.

Safety Advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Alcohol: It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Racetril 100. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Pregnancy: Information regarding the use of Racetril 100 during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR – Breastfeeding: Information regarding the use of Racetril 100 during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE – Driving: Racetril 100 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Racetril 100 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Racetril 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.\nUse of Racetril 100 should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
CAUTION – Liver: Racetril 100 should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Racetril 100 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.