Smecta suspension 3 g caramel-cocoa flavor 8 pcs

How to take, the dosage

Treatment of acute diarrhea:

In adults:

3 sachets daily for 7 days.
The daily dose may be doubled at the beginning of treatment.

In children over 2 years:

2 sachets daily.
The daily dose may be doubled at the beginning of treatment.

For other indications: on average, 3 sachets per day.

Orally. It is recommended to crush the suspension sachet between the fingers before opening it. The contents of the bag can be swallowed undiluted, or you can dilute the suspension in a small amount of water before intake.

For children the contents of the bag can be mixed in a baby bottle with a little water or with semi-liquid food (broth, compote, puree, baby food).

Interaction

When administered simultaneously diosmectite reduces the rate and/or degree of absorption of other drugs.

Special Instructions

During diarrhea treatment besides taking Smecta a gentle diet should be followed as well as other medicines recommended by the doctor (e.g. for rehydration).
The drug Smecta should be taken separately from food and other medicines, observing a sufficient interval (1-2 hours). Side effects, e.g. constipation, may occur when taking Smecta®.
Caution should be exercised if there is a history of severe chronic constipation.

Contraindications

– Hypersensitivity to Diosmectite or one of the other components of the drug.

Side effects

In some cases: constipation, allergic reactions.