Altidott Capsule 10's belongs to group of antidiarrheal medicines called 'oral enkephalinase inhibitors' used to treat symptoms of acute diarrhoea in adults and infants (more than 3 months of age). Altidott Capsule 10's should be used along with dietary measures and abundant liquid intake and administered as a complementary treatment when diarrhoea cannot be treated casually. Altidott Capsule 10's is a pro-drug which breaks down into thiorphan (the active form) and works by decreasing the amount of salts and water secreted into the intestine, thereby making the stools less watery. Thus it helps in controlling the diarrhoea without interrupting change in bowel movement time.

FAQs

How does Altidott Capsule 10's work?

Altidott Capsule 10's works by decreasing the amount of salts (electrolytes) and fluids secreted into the intestine, thereby maintaining salt and water balance. Thus, it makes the stools less watery and helps in controlling diarrhoea.

Can I take Altidott Capsule 10's for longer durations?

Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Altidott Capsule 10's for 7 days. Do not take Altidott Capsule 10's for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor.

Does Altidott Capsule 10's help in rehydration?

Although Altidott Capsule 10's helps in decreasing the amount of salts and fluids secreted into the intestine, it does not help in rehydration. Altidott Capsule 10's should be taken along with oral rehydration solutions (ORS) to avoid dehydration which occurs due to loss of fluids during diarrhoea.

What is the difference between acute diahorrea and chronic diahorrea?

Acute diarrhoea occurs when there is a watery stool at least 3 times per day for at least 14 days. In contrast, Chronic diarrhoea lasts for more than 2-4 weeks.