Enuff Capsule


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Hetero Drugs Ltd
Active Ingredient Racecadotril (100mg)
Salt Synonyms Acetorphan
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical ClassN-Acyl-Alpha Amino Acids Derivatives
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
Action ClassEnkephalinase inhibitor
User Rating4.7
User Reviews594

FAQ

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How long should Enuff be used?
Take Enuff 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.
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Does Enuff reduce stool output?
Yes, it helps to reduce the stool output.
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How does Enuff work?
Enuff 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.
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Are any interactions of Enuff seen with other medicine?
No interactions with other medicine have been described in humans.
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Is Enuff a novel anti-diarrheal?
Enuff is a medicine which rapidly inhibits excessive intestinal secretion without causing constipation and without any central effect.
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Can Enuff be used alone?
It should always be used together with oral rehydration therapy (ORS).
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How does Enuff differ from loperamide?
Enuff does not affect motility as compared to Loperamide. It means less chance of developing rebound constipation.
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Is Enuff is over the counter (OTC) medicine?
Enuff is not an over the counter medicine. It is a prescription medicine and is available only when prescribed by registered medical practitioner.
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What if you forget to take Enuff?
If you miss a dose of Enuff, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
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Enuff Capsule Reviews

Enuff is used in the treatment of symptoms of acute diarrhea. It should be used along with abundant liquid intake and dietary measures. This medicine is used when fluid and dietary measures are not sufficiently effective to control diarrhea.

Enuff is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. It is important to take this medicine along with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are vomiting and fever. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects.

This medicine should not be used in children if they have blood or pus in stools, chronic diarrhea, diarrhea caused by antibiotics, and suffering from kidney or liver disease. It is also not used in children under three months of age. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.

How Enuff Capsule Works

Enuff 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.

How to Use Enuff Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Enuff is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Enuff Capsule

  • In Treatment of Diarrhea: Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

Uses of Enuff Capsule

  • Treatment of Diarrhea

Enuff Capsule Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Alcohol  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Enuff. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  SAFE
Enuff does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Enuff during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Liver  CAUTION
Enuff should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Enuff may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Enuff during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney  CAUTION
Enuff should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Enuff may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Enuff should be avoided in children with underlying kidney disease.

Quick Tips

  • Don't use Enuff, if you have uncontrolled vomiting.
  • Not recommended to be taken more than 7 days.
  • Enuff should be used together with an oral rehydration solution (ORS) to provide adequate fluid and electrolyte replacement.
  • Don't use Enuff, if you have blood and pus in the stools or fever. This may be due to bacterial infection and may need different treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney or liver problems.

References

  1. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
  2. Racecadotril. Ireland: Bioprojet Europe Ltd.; 2011 [revised 16 Jul. 2015].
  3. Racecadotril. Vernouillet: SOPHARTEX; revised Jul. 2015.

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