Kaolin and Pectin-@ - Antidiarrheals

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Kaolin and Pectin-@ - Antidiarrheals

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Ref - USP PDI Vol II 17th Edition (1997)
 
KAOLIN AND PECTIN
 
1.Pregnancy- 
   This medicine is not absorbed in the body and is not likely to cause problems
  
2. Breast-feeding-
    This medicine is not absorbed in the body and is not likely to cause problems
   
3.Children-
    The fluid loss caused by diarrhea may result in severe condition. For this reason
     antidiarrheals must not be given to young chidren (under 3 years of age)
     without checking with their doctor 
   
4. Other medicines-
    Tell your doctor if you are using any  of other  prescription or  
      non-prescription   (Over-the counter) OTC medicine.
 
5. Other medical problems-
     Make sure   you tell your doctor if you have any other medical problems 
     especially-
 
     Dysentry- this condition may become worse , a different kind of treatment 
    may be needed.