Lomorest 10mg Sachet
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd

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In-stock 1 gm in 1 packet
6.98

USED FOR:
Diarrhoea

COMPOSITION:
Racecadotril (10mg)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

No information is available on the use of Lomorest 10mg Sachet during lactation. Please consult your doctor.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Lomorest 10mg Sachet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Lomorest 10mg Sachet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lomorest 10mg Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lomorest 10mg Sachet should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

CAUTION
Liver
CAUTION

Lomorest 10mg Sachet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lomorest 10mg Sachet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Racecadotril   10mg

Uses of Lomorest Sachet
Lomorest 10mg Sachet is used in the treatment of diarrhoeaIt is used, when fluid and dietary measures are not sufficiently effective to control diarrhoea.

How to use Lomorest Sachet
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. Lomorest 10mg Sachet is to be taken with food.

How Lomorest Sachet works
Lomorest 10mg Sachet has an anti-secretory effect. It reduces the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea.

Side Effects:

Common Vomiting, Fever.

Expert advice for Lomorest Sachet
Lomorest should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. Don't use Lomorest, if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment. Not recommended to be taken more than 7 days. Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems. Don't use Lomorest, if you have uncontrolled vomiting. Don't use Lomorest in children less than 3 months. Not approved for adult and children above 13 years. Lomorest sachet should be taken orally, directly or mixed with water. Make sure it is mixed well, and then give the total dose immediately to your child.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Are any interactions of Lomorest seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.

Q. How does Lomorest work?
Lomorest works by reducding the secretion of water and electrolytes from the intestine. This helps to reduce the amount of fluid loss from the body in diarrhoea.

Q. How does Lomorest differ from loperamide?
Lomorest does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.

Q. How long should Lomorest be used?
Take Lomorest only for a duration as advised by your doctor. It is also suggested to be taken until your child has two normal stools, not exceeding 7 days. Please consult your doctor for any further information.

Q. Can Lomorest be used in adults?
No, it should be used in children less than 13 years.

Q. Is Lomorest a novel anti-diarrheal?
Lomorest is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.

Q. Is Lomorest is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Lomorest is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.

Q. Does Lomorest reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.

Q. Can Lomorest be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).

Q. Is Lomorest used for loose motion?
Yes. Lomorest is used for the treatment of loose motion in children over three months of age. Don't use Lomorest, if the child has fever, blood or pus in the stools.