Kapect Suspension 120 ml

Kaolin (19.30g), Pectin (0.43g) 100 ml suspension

What Kaolin, Pectin is used for:

• Kaolin is a native hydrated aluminium silicate and pectin is a purified carbohydrate product from citrus fruit rind. 
• Kaolin acts by adsorbing gases, toxins and bacteria from the alimentary tract and by increasing the bulk of stools.
• thus it is employed in the symptomatic treatment of gastrointestinal conditions associated with diarrhoea. 
• Pectin not only provides additional adsorptive power to that of kaolin, but it also has a coating effect on the bowel. 
• Thus, the combination of both is a simple, safe and efficient antidiarrhoeal product which combines both adsorbent and demulcent properties essential for the treatment of diarrhoea.

Do not take Kaolin, Pectin if:

• Hypersensitivity to Kaolin, Pectin
• You have a fever or if there is blood or mucus in your stool

Warnings & Precautions:

• Talk to your doctor or pharmacist 
• If your diarrhea does not stop after 1 or 2 days or if you develop a fever.
• If you are taking any other medicine, do not take it within 2 to 3 hours of taking kaolin and pectin.
• Taking the medicines together may prevent the other medicine from being absorbed by your body. 

Possible Side Effects:

• No serious side effects have been reported for kaolin and pectin.
• However, kaolin and pectin may cause constipation in some patients, especially if they take a lot of it. 

Other medicines and Kaolin, Pectin:

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist about all medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins and herbal supplements.
• Monitor dolutegravir and kaolin. Products that contain aluminum, calcium, iron, magnesium and/or other minerals may interfere with the absorption of dolutegravir and reduce its effectiveness in treating HIV infection.
• You should take dolutegravir at least two hours before or six hours after the kaolin dose.

How to take Kaolin, Pectin:

• Adults: the usual dose is 1 tablespoonful (15 ml) 3 - 6 times daily, or as directed by the physician. 
• Children: the usual dose is - 1 teaspoonful (5 ml) 3 - 6 times daily, or as directed by the physician
• The dose of kaolin and pectin will be different for different patients. 
• Follow your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. 
• If your dose is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells you to do so.
• The following information includes only the average doses of kaolin and pectin

How to store Kaolin, Pectin:

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. 
• Keep from freezing.
• Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed.