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