Gastrointestinal Agents : Antidiarrheals
OPECO1 “Pecolin suspension”
Each ml contains kaolin 20 mg, pectin 10 mg; 120 ml/bot
適應症:暫時緩解輕微或中度急性腹瀉。
Usual dose:
Adult (> 12 yrs): 30 ml qid, may be adjusted by symptoms.
Pediatric
(6-12 yrs): half of adult dosage.
(3-6 yrs): quarter dose of adult dosage.
(< 3 yrs): should be directed by a physician.
Contraindication:
Diarrhea secondary to pseudomembranous enterocolitis or toxigenic bacteria.
Adverse effect: constipation.