About racecadotril
Antidiarrheal enkephalinase inhibitor
Used for
- Short-term treatment of acute diarrhea in adults, alongside oral rehydration.
Usual adult dose
100 mg three times daily, preferably before meals, until two normal stools; maximum 7 days.
Usual dose in children
Not applicable to this capsule; pediatric racecadotril dosing is weight-based and varies by product.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea
- Skin rash or itching
Important warnings
- Oral rehydration remains essential; racecadotril does not replace fluids and salts.
- Seek medical assessment for blood in stool, fever, persistent vomiting, or dehydration.
- Stop and seek urgent help for facial swelling or breathing difficulty.
- Avoid use with diarrhea caused by antibiotics or chronic diarrhea without medical assessment.
Pregnancy
Avoid during pregnancy unless a clinician determines it is necessary; human safety data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Avoid during breastfeeding because safety data are limited.
Interactions
- ACE inhibitors may increase the risk of angioedema.
- Other medicines that can cause angioedema may increase risk.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.