Kaolin + Pectin Pharmacology

Kaolin + Pectin

About Kaolin + Pectin
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Mechanism of Action of Kaolin + Pectin
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Pharmacokinets of Kaolin + Pectin
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Onset of Action for Kaolin + Pectin
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Duration of Action for Kaolin + Pectin
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Half Life of Kaolin + Pectin
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Side Effects of Kaolin + Pectin
1.Constipation
2.Faecal impacton
Contra-indications of Kaolin + Pectin
1.Intestinal obstruction
2.Spastic Bowel Condition
Special Precautions while taking Kaolin + Pectin
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Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
<6 yr Contraindicated
Indications for Kaolin + Pectin
Diarrhea
Interactions for Kaolin + Pectin
May reduce the absorption and effect of antibiotics
Typical Dosage for Kaolin + Pectin
Adult: 15-45 mL To be taken after each bowel movement or as directed. Max duration: 2 days
Children: 10-20 mL To be taken after each bowel movement or as directed. Max duration: 2 days
Schedule of Kaolin + Pectin
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Storage Requirements for Kaolin + Pectin
Store this medication at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Kaolin + Pectin
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Effects of Overdose of Kaolin + Pectin
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Kaolin

About Kaolin
Gastrointestinal agents, Antidiarrheals, Intestinal adsorbents
Mechanism of Action of Kaolin
Kaolin is an adsorbent antidiarrhoeal agent that binds to and traps bacteria and its toxins in the gut. It also binds to water in the gut, which helps to make the stools firmer
Pharmacokinets of Kaolin
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Onset of Action for Kaolin
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Duration of Action for Kaolin
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Half Life of Kaolin
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Side Effects of Kaolin
1.Dizziness
2.Restlessness
3.Constipation
Contra-indications of Kaolin
Hypersensitivity to any component
Special Precautions while taking Kaolin
Ensure sufficient fluid intake
Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Kaolin
Diarrhoea
Interactions for Kaolin
May reduce the absorption of a number of drugs (e.g. tetracycline, lincomycin, digoxin, aspirin, chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, phenothiazine
Typical Dosage for Kaolin
As adjunct to rehydration therapy: Up to 24 g daily may be used in divided doses
Schedule of Kaolin
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Storage Requirements for Kaolin
Store in a well closed container. Below 40 degree Celcius. Protect from sunlight and heat. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Kaolin
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Effects of Overdose of Kaolin
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Pectin

About Pectin
Gastrointestinal system, Antidiarrheals
Mechanism of Action of Pectin
Pectin binds substances in the intestine and adds bulk to the stools
Pharmacokinets of Pectin
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Onset of Action for Pectin
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Duration of Action for Pectin
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Half Life of Pectin
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Side Effects of Pectin
1.Constipation
2.Fecal Impaction
Contra-indications of Pectin
Hypersensitivity to any component of product
Special Precautions while taking Pectin
1.Heart disease
2.Bowel disease
3.Allergy
Pregnancy Related Information
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Old Age Related Information
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Breast Feeding Related Information
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Children Related Information
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Indications for Pectin
1.Diarrhoea (Combined with kaolin)
2.Advanced ovarian cancer
3.Bacterial infection
4.Inflammation
5.Lung cancer
Interactions for Pectin
Pectin may reduce the absorption and effectiveness of Tetracyclines, Digoxine, Lovastatin
Typical Dosage for Pectin
10 to 20 gram per daily
Schedule of Pectin
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Storage Requirements for Pectin
Store in a well closed container. Below 40 degree celcius. Protect from sunlight and heat. Keep out of the reach of children
Effects of Missed Dosage of Pectin
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Effects of Overdose of Pectin
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