AD 100mg Capsule
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Product introduction
AD 100mg Capsule 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.
AD 100mg Capsule 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.
AD 100mg Capsule 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.
Uses of AD Capsule
Side effects of AD Capsule
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 AD
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Headache
How to use AD Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. AD 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How AD Capsule works
AD 100mg Capsule 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 AD 100mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AD 100mg Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of AD 100mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
AD 100mg Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of AD 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of AD 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Use of AD 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
AD 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of AD 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take AD Capsule?
If you miss a dose of AD 100mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- AD 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use AD 100mg Capsule, 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 AD 100mg Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- AD 100mg Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use AD 100mg Capsule, 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 AD 100mg Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Don't use AD 100mg Capsule in children less than 3 months.
- AD 100mg Capsule 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
User feedback
Patients taking AD 100mg Capsule
Thrice A Day
43%
Twice A Day
37%
Once A Day
20%
What are you using AD Capsule for?
Diarrhea
96%
Others
4%
How much was the improvement?
Average
48%
Excellent
29%
Poor
23%
What were the side-effects while using AD 100mg Capsule?
No Side Effec*
60%
Abdominal dis*
40%
*No Side Effect, Abdominal distension
How do you take AD Capsule?
With food
62%
Empty stomach
25%
With or witho*
12%
*With or without food
Please rate AD 100mg Capsule on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
FAQs
Are any interactions of AD 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does AD 100mg Capsule work?
AD 100mg Capsule 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 AD 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?
AD 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should AD 100mg Capsule be used?
Take AD 100mg Capsule 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 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
AD 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is AD 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
AD 100mg Capsule is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does AD 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can AD 100mg Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: November, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver AD 100mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: November, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver AD 100mg Capsule. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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