Motiril Oral Suspension
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Motiril Oral Suspension 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.
Motiril Oral Suspension 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.
Motiril Oral Suspension 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 Motiril Oral Suspension
Benefits of Motiril Oral Suspension
In Treatment of Diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Motiril Oral Suspension
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 Motiril
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Headache
How to use Motiril Oral Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Motiril Oral Suspension is to be taken with food.
How Motiril Oral Suspension works
Motiril Oral Suspension 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 Motiril Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Motiril Oral Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Motiril Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Motiril Oral Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Motiril Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Motiril Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Motiril Oral Suspension should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Use of Motiril Oral Suspension should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Motiril Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Motiril Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Motiril Oral Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Motiril Oral Suspension, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Quick tips
- Motiril Oral Suspension should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
- Don't use Motiril Oral Suspension, 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 Motiril Oral Suspension, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Enkephalinase inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
Q. Are any interactions of Motiril Oral Suspension seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
Q. How does Motiril Oral Suspension work?
Motiril Oral Suspension 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 does Motiril Oral Suspension differ from loperamide?
Motiril Oral Suspension does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
Q. How long should Motiril Oral Suspension be used?
Take Motiril Oral Suspension 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 Motiril Oral Suspension a novel anti-diarrheal?
Motiril Oral Suspension is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
Q. Is Motiril Oral Suspension is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Motiril Oral Suspension is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
Q. Does Motiril Oral Suspension reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
Q. Can Motiril Oral Suspension be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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