AD, Racecadotril

AD is used in the treatment of acute diarrhoea

AD is known as a prodrug, AD has an anti-secretory effect as well. Once AD is inside your body it is broken down into an active ingredient called thiorphan. Thiorphan works by reducing the amount of watery secretions that are produced by your intestines. which then helps to reduce the amount of fluid that your body loses. This reduces the symptoms of diarrhoea and helps reduce the risk of dehydration.

Patients who take AD may suffer from such side effects;

Vomiting,
Nausea,
Constipation,
Abdominal pain,
Thirst,
Vertigo,
Headache.