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ANTIDIARRHEALS

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  • CAPTOPRIL
  • LISINOPRIL
  • ENALAPRIL
  • RAMIPRIL
  • PERINDOPRIL

Drug Warnings

Do not take Gikit Sachet 1 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents. Talk to your doctor if you have a fever, blood, or pus in stools, are suffering from chronic diarrhoea, diarrhoea caused by antibiotics, kidney or liver problems, or prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to yeast.

Side Effects of Gikit Sachet 1 gm

  • Headache
  • Rash 

Directions for Use

Gikit Sachet 1 gm can be consumed orally, directly or mixed with water or beverages. Avoid mixing in very hot or cold liquids.

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Medicinal Benefits

Gikit Sachet 1 gm belongs to the group of antidiarrheal medicines used to treat diarrhoea. Gikit Sachet 1 gm is used in conditions such as antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, infectious diarrhoea, nosocomial diarrhoea, and lactose intolerance. Gikit Sachet 1 gm contains Racecadotril, Lactic acid bacillus, and Saccharomyces boulardii. Racecadotril works by decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery and helping in controlling diarrhoea. Lactic acid bacillus and saccharomyces boulardii are probiotics which help restore the balance of good bacteria that may have gotten upset due to antibiotic use or infections. Gikit Sachet 1 gm improves the intestinal environment, faecal characteristics, better regulation of motions and defecation frequency. It inhibits pathogens by producing antibacterial bacteriocins, enhancing phagocytosis, preventing pathogen attachment to the gastrointestinal epithelium, and strengthening the epithelium.

Uses of Gikit Sachet 1 gm

Diarrhoea

About Gikit Sachet 1 gm

Gikit Sachet 1 gm belongs to the group of antidiarrheal medicines used to treat diarrhoea. Gikit Sachet 1 gm is indicated in conditions such as antibiotic-associated diarrhoea, irritable bowel syndrome, infectious diarrhoea, nosocomial diarrhoea, and lactose intolerance. Diarrhoea is the condition in which there is a frequent need to empty the bowels. It is characterized by loose and watery stools.

Gikit Sachet 1 gm contains Racecadotril, Lactic acid bacillus, and Saccharomyces boulardii. Racecadotril works by decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery and helping in controlling diarrhoea. Lactic acid bacillus and Saccharomyces boulardii are probiotics which help restore the balance of good bacteria that may have gotten upset due to antibiotic use or infections.

You are advised to take Gikit Sachet 1 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, Gikit Sachet 1 gm may cause common side effects such as headache and rash. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Talk to your doctor if you have a fever, blood or pus in stools, are suffering from chronic diarrhoea, kidney or liver problems, diarrhoea caused by antibiotics, or prolonged or uncontrolled vomiting. If your condition does not improve even after taking Gikit Sachet 1 gm for 7 days, consult your doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects/interactions.

Side Effects of Gikit Sachet 1 gm

  • Headache
  • Rash 
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