Common Vomiting, Fever.

Expert advice for Racy Sachet
Racy should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. Don't use Racy, 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 Racy, if you have uncontrolled vomiting. Don't use Racy in children less than 3 months. Not approved for adult and children above 13 years. Racy 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.

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

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

Q. How long should Racy be used?
Take Racy 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 Racy be used in adults?
No, it should be used in children less than 13 years.

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

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

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

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

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