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Stanmece drug is used in the treatment of painful symptoms of diseases of the esophagus - stomach - duodenum and colon,... Let's find out more details about Stanmece drug line through the article below.
1. What is Stanmece?
Stanmece is manufactured by Nam Ha Pharmaceutical Joint Stock Company and is registered with VDK VD-18183-13.
Stanmece medicine has the main ingredient Dioctahedral smectite and other excipients. The drug is in the form of an oral powder. Packing with 3.7g package, box of 30 packs.
Pharmacodynamics
Stanmece is a natural aluminum and magnesium silicate with a parallel lamellar structure and high viscosity, so it has a great ability to cover the lining of the digestive tract. Stanmece interacts with mucin glycoproteins to increase the resistance of the sticky gel on the mucosa to attack. Thanks to its action on the gastrointestinal mucosal barrier and its high adhesion ability, Stanmece protects the gastrointestinal mucosa. Stanmece is non-contrast, does not stain stools, and at commonly used doses Stanmece does not alter the physiological transit time of the intestine.
Pharmacokinetics
Stanmece is not absorbed into the bloodstream from the gastrointestinal tract and is eliminated completely in the feces.
2. Uses of the drug Stanmece
Stanmece is used in the following cases:
Treatment of painful symptoms of inflammation of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum and colon. Acute and chronic diarrhea after adequate hydration and electrolytes but also prolonged diarrhea. In particular, stanmece should not be used in the treatment of acute diarrhea in children.
3. Dosage and how to use Stanmece
For adults:
Each time use 1 sachet mixed with half a cup of warm water, stir well and drink 3 times a day. For acute diarrhea, the starting dose can be doubled. Patients with esophagitis should take it after meals. For other indications, it should be taken after meals with n For rectal ulcers, use an enema. For children:
Children under 1 year old use 1 pack divided 2-3 times a day. Children from 1-2 years old use 1-2 sachets divided 2-3 times a day. Children over 2 years old use 2-3 sachets divided 2-3 times a day. Each packet of medicine is mixed with about 50ml of water, before each use, it is necessary to shake or stir well. You can use food solutions such as soup, vegetable juice to change the water. Rectal enema:
Each time use 1-3 sachets mixed with 50 to 100ml of warm water and enema. 1-3 times a day.
4. Side effects of the drug Stanmece
Some side effects that can be encountered when taking Stanmece include constipation or increased constipation but are very rare. Patients can still continue treatment with a reduced dose. Please contact the treating doctor immediately for guidance, assessment and timely treatment support.
5. Notes when using Stanmece
Contraindications: Do not use Stanmece to treat acute diarrhea, severe dehydration and electrolyte loss for young children.
Precautions for use:
When the patient has a fever, do not use this medicine for more than 2 days. Rehydration is necessary if necessary (by intravenous or oral, depending on the patient's age, location and severity of diarrhea) Caution should be taken when administering the drug to treat severe diarrhea, as Stanmece may Changes in stool consistency and is not known to prevent continued water and electrolyte loss in acute diarrhea.
6. Drug interactions
The drug may absorb some other drugs, which in turn may affect the time and rate of absorption of those drugs. Therefore, other drugs should be taken 1 to 2 hours after taking Stanmece. Stanmece can be used by pregnant and lactating women. Stanmece does not affect the ability to drive and use machines. In summary, Stanmece is indicated for the symptomatic treatment of pain in diseases of the esophagus, stomach, duodenum and colon. To use the drug safely and effectively, the patient should consult a doctor and use the drug as prescribed.
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