Racedot
Racedot contains Racecadotril, which is an oral enkephalinase inhibitor. It acts as an antisecretory agent that reduces the hypersecretion of water and electrolytes into the intestinal lumen, thereby managing acute diarrhea effectively without affecting the basal secretion or prolonging intestinal transit time.
Dosage by Body Weight
The recommended dose of Racecadotril is determined by body weight in pediatric patients (approximately 1.5 mg/kg per dose, three times daily). In adults, the standard dose is 100 mg three times daily. It should be administered along with abundant fluid intake or Oral Rehydration Salts (ORS).
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routinely recommended
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months or under 5 kg have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg (usually 1 sachet of 10 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer at regular intervals mixed with food, water, or breast milk. Continue along with ORS.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg (usually 1 sachet of 10 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Treatment should be continued until two normal stools are recorded, not exceeding 7 days.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg (usually 1 sachet of 30 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure child is well-hydrated. Mix powder thoroughly before administration.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg (usually 1 sachet of 30 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one. Seek medical advice if diarrhea persists beyond 48 hours.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routinely recommended | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months or under 5 kg have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 10 mg (usually 1 sachet of 10 mg) | 3 times daily | Administer at regular intervals mixed with food, water, or breast milk. Continue along with ORS. |
| 8-10 kg | 10 mg (usually 1 sachet of 10 mg) | 3 times daily | Treatment should be continued until two normal stools are recorded, not exceeding 7 days. |
| 11-15 kg | 30 mg (usually 1 sachet of 30 mg) | 3 times daily | Ensure child is well-hydrated. Mix powder thoroughly before administration. |
| 16-20 kg | 30 mg (usually 1 sachet of 30 mg) | 3 times daily | Do not double the dose to make up for a missed one. Seek medical advice if diarrhea persists beyond 48 hours. |
Formulation
Purpose
Symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in adults, children, and infants (older than 3 months) in conjunction with oral rehydration.
Generic Name
RacecadotrilScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.