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Introduction About LOO CHEK SUSPENSION
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheals. It is indicated in the management of acute diarrhoea in children over 3 months of age along with abundant liquid intake and the usual dietary measures.
Acute diarrhea is a sudden onset of three or more loose stools per day, lasting less than 14 days. Symptoms associated with diarrhoea includes abdominal cramps and pain, nausea, vomiting and severely it may cause blood or pus in the stool.
Before giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child, inform child’s doctor if your child has kidney or liver disease, fructose intolerance, blood or pus in stools, fever, chronic diarrhoea or diarrhoea induced by antibiotics, prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting and diabetes.
This medicine may cause side effects such as tonsillitis, rash and erythema (skin redness). Consult your child’s doctor if any of the side effects worsens or if your child experiences any unusual effects.
Uses Of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION
- Manage acute diarrhoea in children over 3 months of age (along with abundant liquid intake and the usual dietary measures)
How LOO CHEK SUSPENSION Works
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION helps in the management of diarrhoea as it has an antisecretory mechanism. It acts on the naturally occurring substances in our body called endogenous opioids (enkephalins) and manages their degradation which reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines.
How to use LOO CHEK SUSPENSION
Always give LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child as directed by the physician. Shake well before use. Your child’s doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION for your child depending upon the age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION
Uncommon
- tonsilitis (inflammation of tonsils)
- rash and erythema (skin redness)
Rare
Stop giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child and contact doctor immediately if your child experiences any of the following side effects:
- signs of angioedema (swollen face, tongue or pharynx, difficulty to swallow, hives and difficulties while breathing)
- severe skin reactions
How To Manage Side Effects
Skin rash:
Tell your child not to scratch the affected area. Wear protective clothing for your child while going outdoors. Regularly moisturize your child’s skin. Consult your child’s doctor if the symptom does not improve.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is intended for use in children only.
Breastfeeding
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is intended for use in children only.
Driving and Using Machines
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION does not affect your child’s ability to ride bicycles or drive other vehicles or operate any tools.
Kidney
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION should be given with caution to children who have kidney disease. Consult your child’s doctor for advice before administration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child.
Liver
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION should be given with caution to children who have impaired liver function. Consult your child’s doctor for advice before administration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child.
Allergy
Do not give LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child if your child is allergic to Racecadotril or any other ingredients of this medicine.
Others
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is not recommended for use if your child has:
- rare hereditary problems such as fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency
Before giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child, inform child’s doctor if your child:
- is suffering from chronic diarrhoea or diarrhoea caused by antibiotics
- is suffering from prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting
- is suffering from diabetes
- has intolerance to sucrose
- has blood or pus in your stools and fever
Use in paediatrics:
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION should be given to children above 3 months of age. Your child’s doctor may adjust the dose based on child’s body weight. Consult your child’s doctor for advice before administration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION.
Use in geriatrics:
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is intended for use in children only.
Interactions
A. Drug-Drug interactions:
Before giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child, inform child’s doctor if your child is taking any of the following medicines:
- angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) inhibitors such as captopril, enalapril, lisinopril, perindopril, ramipril (used to manage high blood pressure)
Overdosage:
If your child or anyone else accidentally takes too much of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION, consult your child’s doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital.
Synopsis
| Drug | : | Racecadotril |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Oral Enkephalinase Inhibitor |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Acute diarrhoea in children |
| Dosage Forms | : | Tablet, Capsule, Powder, Sachet, Suspension |
More Information
- Keep LOO CHEK SUSPENSION out of reach to children
- Store at room temperature
FAQs About LOO CHEK SUSPENSION
What is LOO CHEK SUSPENSION and why is it prescribed?
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION contains Racecadotril which belongs to the group of medicines called Antidiarrheals. It is indicated in the management of acute diarrhoea in children over 3 months of age along with abundant liquid intake and the usual dietary measures.
How long does it take for LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to work?
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is taken orally and gets absorbed in the body from intestine and gets converted into its active form and the peak levels in the body are reached within 1 hour of taking it.
Is LOO CHEK SUSPENSION an antibiotic?
No, LOO CHEK SUSPENSION is an antidiarrheal medicine which helps in managing acute diarrhoea by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes in the intestine without disturbing the movements of the intestines.
What should I inform the child’s doctor before giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to my child?
Before giving LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child, inform the doctor if your child has kidney or liver disease, fructose intolerance, blood or pus in stools, fever, chronic diarrhoea or diarrhoea induced by antibiotics, prolonged vomiting and diabetes. Consult your child’s doctor for advice before administration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child.
Can LOO CHEK SUSPENSION be used in patients with liver problems?
LOO CHEK SUSPENSION should be given with caution to children who have impaired liver function. Consult your child’s doctor for advice before administration of LOO CHEK SUSPENSION to your child.
References
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