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Composition :

LOPERAMIDE-2MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Vanguard Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

NPPA :

Regulated

About Sestil-AD Tablet

Sestil-AD Tablet is an anti-diarrhoeal medicine used to treat diarrhoea. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea associated with inflammatory bowel disease and in reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies. Diarrhoea is a condition characterised by frequent bowel movements, resulting in loose, watery stools.

Sestil-AD Tablet contains Loperamide, which works by slowing down an overactive bowel. This allows water and salts that are usually lost in diarrhoea to be absorbed by the body. Thereby, Sestil-AD Tablet helps treat diarrhoea.

The most common side effects of Sestil-AD Tablet are headache, nausea, and constipation. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, reach out to your doctor.

Do not take Sestil-AD Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Sestil-AD Tablet may cause dizziness; therefore, do not drive unless you are alert. Keep the doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to help rule out any potential side effects or interactions.

Uses of Sestil-AD Tablet

Sestil-AD Tablet is used in the treatment of diarrhoea. The detailed uses of Sestil-AD Tablet are as follows:

  • Treatment of Diarrhoea: Sestil-AD Tablet is effectively used to manage diarrhoea, including both acute and chronic cases.
  • Reduction of Intestinal Motility: Sestil-AD Tablet reduces intestinal movement, helping to alleviate gastrointestinal discomfort and related symptoms.
  • Management of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS): Sestil-AD Tablet aids in controlling IBS symptoms, such as abdominal pain, bloating, and altered bowel habits.
  • Support During Travel: Sestil-AD Tablet is often taken as a preventive measure against travel-related diarrhoea, commonly referred to as traveller's diarrhoea.

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Side effects of Sestil-AD Tablet
Here are the steps to cope with constipation as a side effect of medication:
  • Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
  • Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
  • Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
  • Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
  • Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.

Directions for Use

  • Sestil-AD Tablet can be taken with or without food.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Sestil-AD Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

Key Benefits

Sestil-AD Tablet belongs to the class of anti-diarrhoeal medication used to treat diarrhoea. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea associated with inflammatory bowel disease and for reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies. Sestil-AD Tablet contains Loperamide, which works by slowing down an overactive bowel. This allows water and salts that are usually lost in diarrhoea to be absorbed by the body. Thereby, Sestil-AD Tablet helps treat diarrhoea.

How Sestil-AD Tablet Works

Sestil-AD Tablet contains Loperamide, which works by slowing down an overactive bowel. This allows water and salts that are usually lost in diarrhoea to be absorbed by the body. Thereby, Sestil-AD Tablet helps treat diarrhoea.

Storage

• Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. • Keep out of sight and reach of children. • Non cold chain - To be stored in cool places at 10ºC to 25ºC or below 30ºC.

What if I have taken an overdose of Sestil-AD Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Sestil-AD Tablet as it may cause an overdose. The symptoms of overdose include irregular heartbeat, increased heart rate, uncoordinated movements, muscle stiffness, drowsiness, weak breathing or difficulty urinating. If you suspect you have taken an overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Sestil-AD Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components, if you have severe diarrhoea after taking antibiotics, ulcerative colitis, constipation, or acute dysentery (characterised by blood in the stools). Inform the doctor if you have AIDS and your stomach becomes swollen, liver or kidney disease, diarrhoea for more than 48 hours, severe diarrhoea, a history of drug abuse, slow or irregular heartbeat, low level of potassium in your blood, or prolonged QT interval (a rare heart problem). Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following symptoms while taking loperamide: fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat; dizziness; lightheadedness; unresponsiveness; or fainting. Avoid exceeding the recommended dosage, as it may lead to serious heart problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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LoperamideMibefradil
Severe

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How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
When taken in combination lapatinib may significantly raise the Sestil-AD Tablet levels in the blood. This can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet with lapatinib together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
LoperamideMibefradil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Co-administration of Sestil-AD Tablet with mibefradil may raise blood levels of Sestil-AD Tablet, you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Sestil-AD Tablet and Mibefradil, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideCobicistat
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
When used in combination cobicistat may significantly raise the Sestil-AD Tablet levels in the blood. This can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet with cobicistat together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not exceed the dose and frequency or duration of use of Sestil-AD Tablet advised by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Coadministration of itraconazole with Sestil-AD Tablet may significantly increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Sestil-AD Tablet and itraconazole have the potential to interact, however they can still be used if a doctor prescribes them. If you suffer any of the following symptoms, seek medical attention : dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or racing heartbeats. Never discontinue taking a drug without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideCimetidine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
When taken in combination cimetidine may considerably raise Sestil-AD Tablet levels in the blood.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet with cimetidine together can result in an interaction, they can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not exceed the dose and frequency or duration of use of Sestil-AD Tablet advised by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
When taken in combination ketoconazole increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet with ketoconazole can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor prescribes it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat. Do not exceed the dose and frequency or duration of use of Sestil-AD Tablet advised by the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
LoperamideBepridil
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Co-administration of Sestil-AD Tablet with bepridil may raise Sestil-AD Tablet levels in the blood significantly, this might result in side effects like abnormal heart rhythm. Additional heart conditions, and electrolyte imbalances (e.g., magnesium or potassium loss from severe or prolonged diarrhoea or vomiting) may potentially increase your susceptibility.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet and Bepridil together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
LoperamideBoceprevir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Co-administration of Sestil-AD Tablet with boceprevir may raise blood levels of Sestil-AD Tablet, you run the risk of developing major problems including abnormal heart rhythm. Other cardiac conditions, and electrolyte imbalances, may also make you more vulnerable.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Sestil-AD Tablet and Boceprevir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Combining Sestil-AD Tablet with Papaverine can raise the chance of an abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Sestil-AD Tablet and Papaverine together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. however, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Sestil-AD Tablet:
Taking Sestil-AD Tablet and Erythromycin may increase Sestil-AD Tablet blood levels. This can increase the chance of a serious abnormal heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking erythromycin and Sestil-AD Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, breathing difficulty, or rapid heartbeat, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Drink plenty of fluids to stay hydrated.
  • Include bland foods such as bananas, rice, apples, cream of wheat, soda crackers, farina, applesauce, and toast to avoid aggravating the digestive system.
  • Avoid eating foods such as milk, dairy products, spicy foods, processed foods, pork, veal, sardines, raw vegetables, rhubarb, onions, corn, citrus fruits, alcohol, pineapples, cherries, seeded berries, grapes, caffeinated and carbonated drinks.
  • Eat fibre-rich food such as whole grains, lentils, beans, broccoli, and peas.
  • Wash your hands properly after using the toilet to prevent infections.
  • Clean the toilets regularly with a disinfectant.
  • Wash your hands thoroughly before eating, while preparing or serving.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIDIARRHEALS
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid/limit alcohol consumption as it may increase the side effects of this medicine, such as dizziness and drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Loperamide belongs to pregnancy category C. It should be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Small amounts of Loperamide may appear in human breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended during breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Sestil-AD Tablet may cause dizziness, tiredness or sleepiness. Avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience these symptoms.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

No data is available in patients with liver impairment. Please consult the doctor if you have liver problems or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Consult your doctor

No data is available in patients with renal impairment. Please consult the doctor if you have kidney problems or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Caution

Sestil-AD Tablet is contraindicated in children below 2 years due to the risk of heart and breathing problems. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Sestil-AD Tablet in children.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Patients with cardiac conditions should exercise caution when taking Sestil-AD Tablet .

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Geriatrics

Caution

Sestil-AD Tablet should be used under caution in geriatric patients. Please consult your physician.

FAQs

Sestil-AD Tablet is used to treat diarrhoea. It is also indicated in the treatment of diarrhoea associated with inflammatory bowel disease and in reducing the volume of discharge from ileostomies.

Sestil-AD Tablet works by slowing down the movement of the bowel to decrease the number of bowel movements. It also helps lower the flow of fluids and electrolytes into the bowel.

Yes, diarrhoea may cause dehydration due to loss of fluid in stools. So, drink plenty of fluids/water to replace lost fluids due to diarrhoea. Talk to your doctor about rehydration therapy to replace lost salts.

Do not exceed the recommended dosage, as it may cause serious or life-threatening changes in your heart rhythm. Avoid taking a larger dose, taking it for a longer period of time, or taking it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

No, Sestil-AD Tablet is not an antibiotic. It contains loperamide, which is an anti-diarrheal medication. Loperamide works by slowing down an overactive bowel and allowing the body to absorb water and salts usually lost in diarrhoea.

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Flat No 102, Pancom Business Centre, Vinod Chambers, Ameerpet, Hyderabad - 500016
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