Akodril Sachet
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Quick Facts
About Akodril Sachet
Akodril Sachet contains three medicines. It helps relieve the symptoms of acute diarrhea in infants and children. Akodril Sachet reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools. This medicine is usually given when fluids and dietary measures fail to prove effective against the symptoms of diarrhea.Give Akodril Sachet to your child orally either before or after food, preferably in addition to ORS (oral rehydration solution). Usually, it is given three times a day, but this dose will vary depending upon the child's body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Akodril Sachet, repeat the same dose once your child feels better. Along with taking this medicine, your child needs to drink plenty of fluids and eat a healthy balanced diet.This medicine may cause some minor and short-term side effects such as headache, skin rash, and constipation. These episodes are temporary and subside on their own once the childs body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your childs doctor without any delay.Your childs doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, bowel obstruction, electrolyte imbalance, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your childs overall treatment.
How It Works
Akodril Sachet contains three medicines. It helps relieve the symptoms of acute diarrhea in infants and children. Akodril Sachet reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools. This medicine is usually given when fluids and dietary measures fail to prove effective against the symptoms of diarrhea.Give Akodril Sachet to your child orally either before or after food, preferably in addition to ORS (oral rehydration solution). Usually, it is given three times a day, but this dose will vary depending upon the child's body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Akodril Sachet, repeat the same dose once your child feels better. Along with taking this medicine, your child needs to drink plenty of fluids and eat a healthy balanced diet.This medicine may cause some minor and short-term side effects such as headache, skin rash, and constipation. These episodes are temporary and subside on their own once the childs body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your childs doctor without any delay.Your childs doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, bowel obstruction, electrolyte imbalance, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your childs overall treatment.
How to Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Empty the granules in a glass of water/milk, stir it and consume immediately. Akodril Sachet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
What if you miss a dose?
Do not panic. You can give the missed dose medicine as soon as you remember unless your childs doctor has advised otherwise. Remember not to double the dose to catch up with the missed one. In case of any confusion, do consult your childs doctor.
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Composition of Akodril Sachet
Uses of Akodril Sachet
Key Benefits of Akodril Sachet
- In Treatment of Diarrhea Diarrhea refers to the passing of loose, watery stools three or more times a day due to an infection in the gastrointestinal tract. It may also occur as a result of prolonged intake of antibiotics (Antibiotic-induced diarrhea). Akodril Sachet reduces the excessive secretion of water and electrolytes and helps replenish the lost fluids and salts. It also helps treat loose stools and prevents abdominal distension or flatulence. The presence of probiotics in Akodril Sachet helps to replenish the gut flora (good bacteria) and renders relief. Your child needs to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Also, ensure that your child drinks plenty of fluids to stay hydrated while taking this medicine.
Side Effects of Akodril Sachet
- Skin rash
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Dizziness
- General discomfort
- Hiccup
This is not a complete list of side effects. Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
Safety Advice for Akodril Sachet
Akodril Sachet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Akodril Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Akodril Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Akodril Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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