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Vacometa belongs to the group of gastrointestinal drugs, used to treat painful symptoms caused by inflammation of the esophagus, stomach and intestines. The following article will help you better understand the effects of the drug Vacometa.1. What are the effects of Vacometa?
The active ingredient Vacometa is Diosmectite, a natural aluminum magnesium silicate. The preparation is in the form of nuggets, containing 3g of Diosmectite.Vacometa drug works:
Thanks to its high viscosity and adhesion, Diosmectite has the ability to protect the digestive mucosa by coating their surface with a uniform film. Diosmectite is multivalently bound to glycoproteins of the intestinal mucosa, increasing the resistance of the mucus layer to intestinal mucosal irritants such as hydrochloric acid, bile acid salts and other irritants. Diosmectite has the ability to adsorb toxins, viruses, bacteria, fluids, and gases, thus, relieving the symptoms of diarrhea, esophagitis, gastritis and enteritis. Diosmectite has a local hemostatic effect, so it prevents bleeding when the intestines are irritated.
2. Indications of the drug Vacometa
Vacometa is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of painful symptoms caused by inflammation of the esophagus, stomach and intestines. Support for fluid and electrolyte replacement in acute and chronic diarrhea, especially in children.
3. Contraindications of the drug Vacometa
Cases that can't be used with Vacometa:
People with a history of allergy to Diosmectite and other ingredients in the drug. Acute diarrhea with severe dehydration and electrolytes in children.
4. How to use - dose of Vacometa
How to use:
Mix the medicine pack with boiling water to cool, drink when the medicine is completely dissolved. Take medicine away from meals. However, if you have esophagitis, take it after meals. Dosage in children:
Children under 1 year old: Take 2 times a day, 1⁄2 packs each time. Children from 1-2 years old: Drink 3 times a day, 1⁄2 packs each time. Children 2 years and older: Take 1 sachet x 2 times/day. You can mix the medicine with 50ml of water, let the child drink it several times a day, or mix the medicine into a paste.
Dosage in adults:
Take 1 sachet/time x 3 times/day. In case of acute diarrhea, the dose may be doubled.
5. Side effects of the drug Vacometa
The most common undesirable effect of Vacometa is constipation. When this occurs, you need to talk to your doctor to consider reducing the dose of the drug.
6. Caution, note when using Vacometa
If you have a fever, do not take the medicine for more than 2 days. Diosmectit is only a supportive measure to replace electrolytes, not a drug to treat dehydration. When you are dehydrated, it is necessary to assess the degree of diarrhea, general condition and age to have appropriate rehydration therapy. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before use. During the time of taking the medicine, if you forget to take a dose, take it again as soon as possible, but do not take it too close to the next dose, to avoid an overdose. If you take more than the prescribed dose and find that your body has unusual symptoms, contact a qualified doctor for advice on proper handling. The above is the basic information about the drug Vacometa, if you have any questions about the drug, please contact your doctor / qualified medical staff for answers.
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