Hidrasec sachet is used to treat acute diarrhea in children and adults. Hidrasec contains racecadotril, which decreases the secretion of water and electrolytes into the colon, as opposed to other opioid drugs such as loperamide, which lower intestinal motility.
Additionally, it has been discovered to be better tolerated than loperamide, resulting in fewer cases of constipation and flatulence because of its anti-secretory mode of action.
What Is Hidrasec Sachet 10mg & 30mg?
Hidrasec Mechanism Of Action
Hidrasec Sachet (Racecadotril) functions as a prodrug of thiorphan, an inhibitor of enkephalinase. The inhibition of enkephalinase leads to a decrease in the hypersecretion of water and electrolytes in the gastrointestinal tract while leaving basal secretion unaffected.
Hidrasec Available Strengths
Hidrasec is available in different strengths and different formulations such as capsules and granules for oral suspension in sachet form.
Hidrsec sachet is available in 2 strengths
Hidrasec infant......Racecadotril 10mg
Hidrasec Children..........Racecadotril 30mg
Indications & Uses Of Hidrasec sachet
Hidrasec sachet is an antidiarrheal agent used for the treatment of acute, secretory diarrhea in both children and adults, recommended by several medical guidelines.
Hidrasec Sachet 10mg & 30mg Contraindications.
The following are the contraindications for Hidrasec sachet usage
- Not recommended in infants less than 3 months
- Severe Vomiting
- Diarrhoea associated with Fever
- Bloody diarrhea
- Purulent stools
- Antibiotic-associated diarrhoea.
- Fructose intolerance
- Glucose-Galactose malabsorption
- Patients who used ACE inhibitors and developed edema in the deep layers of their skin
- Kidney or Liver impairment.
Hidrasec Sachet Dosage and Administration
Administration
Sachet or Granules For Oral Suspension
Sachet or Granules for oral suspension may be taken with or without food. You can mix it in a glass of water or in the feeding bottle. Mix well & take immediately after preparation.
Dosage For Childerns And Adults
| Adult | Initially, a single 100 mg capsule followed by 100 mg 3 times per day. Continue treatment until 2 normal stools are recorded. Max duration of treatment: 7 days. |
| Child | use granules/powder for oral suspension in combination with oral rehydration solution Recommended dose: 1.5 mg/kg 3 times per day. Max: Approx 6 mg/kg per day. |
| Infants (>3 months) less than 9 kg | 10 mg 3 times per day |
| Infants 9 to 13 kg | 20 mg 3 times per day |
| Children 13 to 27 kg | 30 mg 3 times per day |
| Adolescent greater than 27 kg | 60 mg 3 times per day |
Take the missed dose of this medication as soon as you remember. If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed one and resume your regular dosing regimen. Avoid doubling of the doses.
Hidrasec Sachet 10mg & 30mg Indications During Pregnancy And Breastfeeding.
Pregnancy & Lactation
Hidrasec Sachet Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity
- Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of the skin)
- Headache.
- Tonsillitis (particularly in infants or children).
- Rash
- Difficulty of breathing
Other serious side effects of hidrasec that require emergency medical attention include:
Life threatening anaphylaxis
Hidrasec Potential Interactions
Pro Advice 💡
Here are some pro tips about Hidrasec sachet.
- Don't use in children less than 3 months.
- Don't use it for severe diarrhea or diarrhea associated with Fever.
- Don't use racecadotril on your own for diarrhea unless your doctor advised you.
- During diarrhoea consume a low spice, easily digestible diet such as curd (which contains natural probiotics), khichdi and banana.
- continue breastfeeding in infants less than six months to prevent dehydration
- Drink plenty of water to avoid dehydration
- Do not advise this medication to anyone else, even if they have same symptoms you have.
- If you are using antihypertensive (blood pressure) drugs such as ACE inhibitors (Captopril or Enalpril), do consult your Physician before using racecadotril.
Hidrasec Sachet 10mg & 30mg Price
Hidrasec infant 10mg
Hidrasec Childern 30mg
PKR. 1497 Per Pack of 16 sachet or PKR. 93 for Each sachet
Price Reference: Servaid Pharmacy
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FAQs
Q1. What are Hidrasec sachet 10mg & 30mg uses in Urdu?
Hidrasec
دستوں یا اسہال کو روکنےکی ایک دوا ہے جو بچوں اور بڑوں دونوں میں شدید اسہال کے علاج کے لیے متعدد حوالہ جات میں تجویز کی گئی ہے۔
ہائیڈراسیک میں ریسکاڈوٹریل ہے، جو بڑی آنت میں پانی اور نمکیات کے اخراج کو کم کرتا ہے۔ جس سے دستوں میں کمی واقع ہوتی ہے
Q3. What is the dose of Hidrasec Sachet in babies in urdu?
Q5. What is Hidrasec Sachet (racecadotril) used for?
Ans. Hidrasec Sachet (Racecadotril) is an antidiarrheal medicine with antisecretory properties that is recommended by a number of guidelines for the treatment of acute, secretory diarrhoea in children and adults.
Q6. What is the difference between loperamide and racecadotril?
Ans. Racecadotril is a specific enkephalinase inhibitor that inhibits the secretions of water and electrolytes into the intestine, unlike other opioid medications like loperamide which reduces intestinal motility. Additionally, it has been found to be more tolerable than loperamide, as it causes less constipation and flatulence due to it's anti secretory mechanism of action.
Q7. Does racecadotril stop diarrhea?
Ans. Yes, racecadotril efficiently eliminates diarrhea by reducing the secretion of water and electrolytes into the intestines without affecting the patient's intestinal motility.
Q8. What class is racecadotril?
Ans. Racecadotril belongs to antidiarrheal class of drugs most particularly enkephalinase inhibitor.
Q9. What are common side effects of Hidrasec Sachet?
Ans. The common side effects of racecadotril include
- headache
- Tonsillitis
- drowsiness
- fever
- nausea
- vomiting
Q10. Is Hidrasec Sachet used for loose motion?
Ans. Hidrasec Sachet is used in addition to oral rehydration therapy to treat acute, secretory diarrhoea in children and adults.
Q11. Is Hidrasec Sachet an antibiotic?
Ans. No Hidrasec sachet is not an antibiotic in fact it is an antidiarrheal medicine with anti secretory properties.
Q12. Is Hidrasec sachet safe in children?
Ans. Hidrasec sachet can be used to treat acute, secretory diarrhea in both children and adults. It's safe for children over 3 months age.
Q13. Is Hidrasec sachet a probiotic?
Ans. No Hidrasec sachet is not a probiotic it is an enkephalinase inhibitor antidiarrheal medicine.
Q14. What is the maximum number of days for Hidrasec?
Ans. The maximum duration of use should be no more than 7 days for all age groups.
Q15. Is Hidrasec safe for babies?
Ans. Hidrasec is safe to use in children above the age of three months.
Q16. Is Hidrasec safe for kidney patients?
Ans. Yes, patients with kidney problems should use Hidrasec with caution.
References
Racecadotril in the Treatment of Acute Watery Diarrhea in Children | New England Journal of Medicine [Internet]. www.nejm.org [Last accessed 10 October 2023].
Hidrasec 10 mg, Granules for oral suspension - medicine.Abbott - [Internet]. medicine.abbott/. [Last accessed 10 October 2023].
Racecadotril: Indication, Dosage, Side Effect and Precaution | MIMS [Internet]. mims.com [Last accessed 10 October 2023].
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Dr. Mohd Kamran Karim
I am a professional doctor and an enthusiastic blogger who completed his graduation in 2013 (MBBS) and currently working as a post graduate clinical fellow. I am a medical professional with desired clinical expertise, and I want to utilize my knowledge & writing to advise my readers on how to use prescription and over-the-counter medications to minimize any adverse effects.