Rodaril 100mg Capsule

Racecadotril (100mg)

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Rodaril 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.

Written By Dr. Betina Chandolia, MDS, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Lalit Kanodia, MBA, MD Pharmacology,
Last updated on 10 Nov 2024 | 01:01 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Racecadotril (100mg)

Marketer

Ridhima Biocare

Storage

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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Rodaril 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 Rodaril 100mg Capsule in children

Diarrhea

Side effects of Rodaril 100mg Capsule in children

Rodaril 100mg Capsule does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-

Common side effects of Rodaril

Vomiting
Dizziness
General discomfort
Headache

How can I give Rodaril 100mg Capsule to my child?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rodaril 100mg Capsule is to be taken with food.

How Rodaril Capsule works

Rodaril 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.

All substitutes for Rodaril 100mg Capsule

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

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

Safety advice

Kidney

CAUTION

Rodaril 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Rodaril 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Rodaril 100mg Capsule should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

Liver

CAUTION

Rodaril 100mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Rodaril 100mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Are any interactions of Rodaril 100mg Capsule seen with other medicine?

No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.

How does Rodaril 100mg Capsule work?

Rodaril 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 Rodaril 100mg Capsule differ from loperamide?

Rodaril 100mg Capsule does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.

How long should Rodaril 100mg Capsule be used?

Take Rodaril 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 Rodaril 100mg Capsule a novel anti-diarrheal?

Rodaril 100mg Capsule is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.

Is Rodaril 100mg Capsule is over the counter (OTC) medicine?

Rodaril 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 Rodaril 100mg Capsule reduce stool output?

Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.

Can Rodaril 100mg Capsule be used alone?

It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).

Fact Box

Chemical Class

N-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Enkephalinase Inhibitors

Related lab tests

Stool Examination R/M

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Country of origin: India
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