Lifilac-R Capsule
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Product introduction
Lifilac-R 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.
Lifilac-R 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.
Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule
Side effects of Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Headache
How to use Lifilac-R Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Lifilac-R Capsule is to be taken with food.
How Lifilac-R Capsule works
Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lifilac-R Capsule during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Lifilac-R Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Lifilac-R Capsule does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Lifilac-R Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lifilac-R Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Lifilac-R Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Use of Lifilac-R Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Lifilac-R Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lifilac-R Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Lifilac-R Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Lifilac-R Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Lifilac-R Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Lifilac-R Capsule should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
- Don't use Lifilac-R Capsule in children less than 3 months.
- Lifilac-R 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
FAQs
Are any interactions of Lifilac-R Capsule seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
How does Lifilac-R Capsule work?
Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule differ from loperamide?
Lifilac-R Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
How long should Lifilac-R Capsule be used?
Take Lifilac-R 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 Lifilac-R Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?
Lifilac-R Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Is Lifilac-R Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Lifilac-R Capsule is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Does Lifilac-R Capsule reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Can Lifilac-R Capsule be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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