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About Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml

Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml contains an anti-diarrheal medication, primarily used to treat diarrhea in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Short Bowel Syndrome by decreasing over-active bowel, including sudden diarrhea. Diarrhea is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent, leading to loose, watery stools. Acute diarrhea is a common problem and generally lasts for one or two days, whereas chronic diarrhea lasts four weeks.

Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml contains Loperamide, which is a gastrointestinal medication primarily used to treat diarrhea. It works on the opiate receptor in the gut and slows down the intestines' contraction, thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients, making the stools more solid and less frequent. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Take Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. The most common side effects of Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml are headache, nausea, and constipation. They do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.  It may also cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. And also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml as it can worsen your sleepiness.

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Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

3 Days Returnable

Expires on or after

May-2028

for this medicine

Uses of Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml

Diarrhea

Medicinal Benefits

Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml contains Loperamide, which is an anti-diarrheal medication, primarily used to treat diarrhea in Inflammatory Bowel Disease and Short Bowel Syndrome by decreasing over-active bowel, including sudden diarrhea. Loperamide is a gastro-intestinal medication that works by slowing down the contraction of the intestines thereby decreasing the speed at which the contents pass through it. This allows more time for reabsorption of fluids and nutrients, making the stools more solid and less frequent. It should not be used in patients with dysentery (diarrhea with blood).

Side Effects of Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml

  • Constipation
  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Dizziness
  • Abdominal pain (stomach pain)

Directions for Use

Tablet/Capsule: Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.Syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Do not take Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml if you are allergic to Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml or any of its ingredients. It is important to avoid this medicine if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance, so drink plenty of fluids to help keep yourself hydrated. Also, as a precautionary measure, you are recommended not to consume junk food items from outside. It may also cause dizziness, so do not operate car or any machinery which requires recommendtil you knowconsumingow this m oredicine affects you. And also, avoid drinking alcohol while taking Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml as it can worsen your sleepiness.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIARRHEALS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • RITONAVIR
  • QUINIDINE
  • DESMOPRESSIN
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • GEMFIBROZIL
  • DIPHENHYDRAMINE
  • CETIRIZINE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration and electrolyte imbalance.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption with Sestil-A Liquid 50 ml as it may cause tiredness, drowsiness, or lack of concentration.
  • Eat small meals at short intervals. Eat food that is at room temperature.
  • Fired and oily food should not be taken as it might worsen your condition.
  • Do mild to moderate exercise.

Habit Forming

No

Special Advise

  • Diarrhea can cause electrolyte imbalance, so please maintain it by drinking plenty of water.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Diarrhoea: It is a condition in which bowel movements are too frequent leading to loose, watery stools. Acute diarrhea is a common probelm and generally lasts for one or two days whereas chronic diarrhea lasts for four weeks. Diarrhea can be due to  infections, antibiotics, diseases (inflammatory bowel disease), and other medicines.

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