Uses of the drug Hasec 30

When having acute diarrhea, in addition to using methods of rehydration, electrolytes and notes on eating problems, the doctor may prescribe some more drugs such as Hasec 30 mg. So what is Hasec 30 mg for and how does it work?

Hasec 30 is a gastrointestinal medicine used to treat the symptoms of acute (short-term) diarrhea in children. Acute diarrhea occurs when a child suddenly passes loose or watery stools 3 or more times in less than 14 days. This type of watery diarrhea is mainly caused by viruses, most commonly Rotavirus.
Hasec 30 contains the active ingredient Racecadotril, a prodrug (inactive form) that is converted to "thiorphan" that acts on the epithelial tissues of the small intestine. They help reduce the increased secretion of electrolytes and water in the intestines caused by cholera toxins or inflammation. As a result, the drug can rapidly relieve diarrhea without affecting bowel movement or the transit time of food in the gastrointestinal tract.
Hasec 30 is prepared in the form of granules for oral suspension, packed in bags, each 1.5g bag contains 30mg of Racecadotril.

Like other drugs, Hasec 30 also has contraindications, tell your doctor if you fall into one of the following cases:
People who are allergic to any ingredient of Hasec 30 mg medicine. People with deficiency of the enzyme sucrase - isomaltase Have glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome People with fructose intolerance. Before you are given Hasec 30 mg, tell your doctor if you:
Fever; Blood, mucus, or pus in the stool; Are suffering from chronic diarrhea; Diarrhea caused by antibiotics ; Persistent or uncontrolled vomiting; Liver or kidney failure. Avoid taking Hasec 30 mg if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed. Please consult your doctor if there is any concern regarding this, he will decide whether this medicine can be given to you.
Hasec 30 should not be given to children under three months of age.
Dosage is calculated according to the child's weight:
For children over 3 months old, the dose is 1.5mg per kg of weight, 3 times a day. For children from 30 months to 9 years old in the first day can use up to 4 packs of Hasec 30 mg, one pack each time. Maintain with a dose of 3 packs per day, one pack each time and do not use more than 7 days. Children over 9 years old, take 2 sachets each time, four times a day for the first day. After that, maintain with a dose of 2 sachets each time, three times a day, and also do not use the drug for more than 7 days. Pour the sachet into a cup with some water, milk or food, stir well and use immediately after mixing. Can be taken when full or hungry.
The duration of using Hasec 30 mg depends on the condition of the disease. If the condition does not improve even after taking Hasec 30 mg for 7 days, consult your doctor.
Follow instructions on medication administration, rehydration with rehydration solutions as well as dietary advice for children
No drug interactions have been reported when used with Hasec 30, however, Still give your doctor a list of all the medications you are taking to rule out any side effects that may occur while taking them.

In some cases, you may experience some side effects when using Hasec 30 normally such as:
Headache; Rash; Vomit; Fever; Respiratory disorders; Tonsillitis . Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will subside over time. However, if these side effects persist, tell your doctor.
Acute diarrhea, if not treated promptly or inappropriately, will cause many dangerous complications, even death, especially for young children. Take the child to a medical facility for a timely examination and follow the treatment instructions on the use of drugs as well as eating and taking care of the child to avoid possible unfortunate consequences.