Hidrasec 10mg Granule

Hidrasec 10mg Granule contains Racecadotril 10mg, an antisecretory antidiarrhoeal medicine used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea in infants and young children, usually alongside oral rehydration therapy. Unlike antimotility agents such as loperamide, Racecadotril works by inhibiting enkephalinase, an enzyme that breaks down the body’s natural enkephalins, thereby reducing the excessive secretion of water and electrolytes into the gut without slowing down bowel movement. This makes it a distinct class of antidiarrhoeal medicine, generally considered to have a different safety and mechanism profile compared to motility-slowing agents.

Hidrasec 10mg Granule is a prescription medicine, and a valid prescription is required before it can be dispensed. Through DoctorOnCall, parents and caregivers can consult a doctor online, who will assess the child’s condition and issue a prescription if the medicine is considered appropriate. This product should always be used together with, not instead of, oral rehydration solution, as fluid and electrolyte replacement remains essential in managing acute diarrhoea.

Racecadotril is a prodrug that is converted in the body to thiorphan, an active enkephalinase inhibitor. By inhibiting enkephalinase, an enzyme that normally breaks down enkephalins in the gut wall, Racecadotril prolongs the action of the body’s own enkephalins, which reduces the hypersecretion of water and electrolytes into the intestinal lumen during diarrhoea. This antisecretory action helps reduce stool volume and duration of diarrhoea without significantly affecting normal bowel transit time, distinguishing it from antimotility medicines.

Hidrasec 10mg Granule should only be given to a child exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The granules are typically mixed with a small amount of water, breast milk, or infant formula immediately before administration, or added to food, and given orally as instructed. Continue giving oral rehydration solution as advised, as Racecadotril is used in addition to, not as a replacement for, fluid and electrolyte replacement therapy. Do not adjust the dose or duration without consulting the prescribing doctor.

The dose of Hidrasec 10mg Granule is determined by the prescribing doctor based on the child’s body weight and age, and must be followed exactly as prescribed. Treatment is generally continued until normal stools resume, for a limited number of days, and should not be continued beyond the period advised by the doctor. If a dose is missed, do not double the next dose — continue as instructed or contact the doctor or pharmacist for guidance.

Hidrasec 10mg Granule is generally stable for up to 2 to 3 years from the date of manufacture when stored correctly and unopened. Always check the expiry date printed on the sachet or carton before use, and do not use the medicine beyond its stated expiry date. Once a sachet is opened and mixed, use immediately as directed and discard any unused portion.

Store Hidrasec 10mg Granule below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep sachets in their original packaging until ready for use. Keep out of reach and sight of children.

• Known hypersensitivity or allergy to Racecadotril or any other ingredient in the product
• Should not be used as a substitute for oral rehydration therapy
• Caution in children with severe underlying kidney or liver impairment — seek doctor’s advice
• Not intended for chronic diarrhoea without medical evaluation of the underlying cause

• Inform the prescribing doctor of all other medicines the child is taking, including any other antidiarrhoeal or gastrointestinal medicines
• Concurrent use with other centrally acting antidiarrhoeal agents should only be done under medical supervision
• No significant food interactions are generally expected, and the granules can be mixed with food or drink as directed

• Always continue oral rehydration solution alongside this medicine, as fluid replacement remains the priority in treating diarrhoea
• Give the medicine exactly as prescribed and do not extend treatment beyond the doctor’s instructions
• Seek urgent medical attention if the child shows signs of severe dehydration, blood in stool, high fever, or persistent vomiting
• Do not use this medicine for a child without a doctor’s prescription
• Store mixed granules only briefly as directed and discard any unused portion

Hidrasec 10mg Granule requires a valid prescription and is dispensed only after review by a doctor and pharmacist, in line with DoctorOnCall’s own product policy for this medicine. Parents should seek prompt medical attention if the child’s diarrhoea is accompanied by warning signs such as blood in the stool, high fever, signs of dehydration, or if symptoms do not improve, as these may indicate a condition requiring different treatment.