Racotil
Racotil contains Racecadotril, an oral enkephalinase inhibitor with antisecretory activity. It works by reducing the hypersecretion of water and electrolytes in the intestinal lumen, thereby reducing the severity and duration of diarrhea without altering basal secretion or slowing intestinal transit time.
Dosage by Body Weight
The standard dose is determined by body weight in children (1.5 mg/kg per dose) and is 100 mg per dose for adults, taken three times daily. It should be administered in combination with oral rehydration therapy. Treatment should be continued until two normal stools are recorded, up to a maximum of 7 days.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not routine
- Frequency
- Use only if prescribed
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months of age (or weighing under 5-6 kg) have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg (typically 1 sachet of 10 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Administer at regular intervals. Can be mixed with food, water, or infant formula.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 10 mg (typically 1 sachet of 10 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Ensure adequate fluid intake via oral rehydration solutions to prevent dehydration.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 20 mg (typically two 10 mg sachets)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Seek medical attention if symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or if blood/pus is present in the stool.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 30 mg (typically 1 sachet of 30 mg)
- Frequency
- 3 times daily
- Tracking Notes
- Do not exceed the recommended dose. Use alongside oral rehydration salts (ORS).
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not routine | Use only if prescribed | Safety and efficacy in infants under 3 months of age (or weighing under 5-6 kg) have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 10 mg (typically 1 sachet of 10 mg) | 3 times daily | Administer at regular intervals. Can be mixed with food, water, or infant formula. |
| 8-10 kg | 10 mg (typically 1 sachet of 10 mg) | 3 times daily | Ensure adequate fluid intake via oral rehydration solutions to prevent dehydration. |
| 11-15 kg | 20 mg (typically two 10 mg sachets) | 3 times daily | Seek medical attention if symptoms persist for more than 48 hours or if blood/pus is present in the stool. |
| 16-20 kg | 30 mg (typically 1 sachet of 30 mg) | 3 times daily | Do not exceed the recommended dose. Use alongside oral rehydration salts (ORS). |
Formulation
Purpose
Symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in adults, children, and infants (older than 3 months) as an adjunct to oral rehydration therapy.
Generic Name
RacecadotrilScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.