Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange is a commonly prescribed medicine for the symptomatic treatment of acute diarrhea in infants and children. This medicine is usually given when diarrhea cannot be treated effectively with fluids and dietary measures. It reduces the amount of water and salts that are lost in the stools.Give Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange to your child orally either before or after food, preferably in addition to ORS (oral rehydration solution). Usually, it is given three times a day, but this dose will vary depending upon the child's body weight and age. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange, repeat the same dose once your child feels better. Along with taking this medicine, your child needs to drink plenty of fluids and eat a healthy balanced diet.This medicine may cause some minor and short-term side effects such as headache, skin rash, fever, respiratory disorder, and constipation. These episodes are temporary and subside on their own once the childâs body adapts to the medicine. However, in case they persist for long or start bothering your child, you must consult your childâs doctor without any delay.Your childâs doctor must be aware if your child has ever had any previous episode of allergy, bowel obstruction, electrolyte imbalance, liver impairment, and kidney malfunction. This will guide the doctor in planning your childâs overall treatment.
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Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Information regarding the use of Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Information regarding the use of Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:
Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:
Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lomotril 10DT Tablet Orange may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youâre worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Skin rash
Vomiting
Headache
Fever
Respiratory disorder