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What is attapulgite used for?
Attapulgite is an oral, nonabsorbed medication that is used in the management of diarrhea. It works by adsorbing (binding) large numbers of bacteria and toxins and reducing the loss of water.
What is kaopectate used for?
This medication is used to treat occasional upset stomach, heartburn, and nausea. It is also used to treat diarrhea and help prevent travelers’ diarrhea. It works by helping to slow the growth of bacteria that might be causing the diarrhea.
What class of drug is attapulgite?
This compound belongs to the class of inorganic compounds known as post-transition metal hydroxides.
Is lomotil stronger than IMODIUM?
Lomotil and Imodium are both effective drugs to treat diarrhea. Some research has shown that there is no significant difference in effectiveness between the two. However, other studies have shown that Imodium is more effective and better tolerated.
Is Imodium and Kaopectate the same?
Kaopectate vs Imodium: Kaopectate is used for treating diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, indigestion, gas or upset in the stomach. It works by helping to slow down the growth of bacteria that may cause diarrhea. Imodium Capsule is used for the treatment of diarrhea.
What is similar to Kaopectate?
Here are five of the most popular options.
- Loperamide. Loperamide is one of the best-known anti-diarrheal medicines.
- Diphenoxylate. Diphenoxylate is similar to loperamide.
- Cholestyramine.
- Codeine sulfate.
- Pepto-Bismol.
How many times should I take lomotil?
How to use Lomotil. Take this medication by mouth, usually 4 times a day or as directed by your doctor. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to treatment. In children, the dosage is also based on weight.
Which is better loperamide or Imodium?
What is the difference between Imodium and Kaopectate?
Are Pepto-Bismol and Kaopectate the same?
Kaopectate is a medicine used to stop diarrhea. It contains bismuth subsalicylate. This is the same ingredient found in Pepto-Bismol, another medicine used for diarrhea and upset stomach. When using these ingredients, your bowel movements will appear almost black, and so might your tongue.
Is Lomotil safe?
Lomotil is largely considered to be safe and effective when taken in the appropriate doses. There is the potential for it to be abused and/or become habit-forming, but this is not a concern when it is taken as prescribed by a doctor.
What is the treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica?
What is the treatment for polymyalgia rheumatica? A steroid medicine such as prednisolone is the usual treatment. Steroids work by reducing swelling (inflammation). Treatment usually works quickly, within a few days.
What is polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR)?
Polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) causes pain, stiffness and tenderness in large muscles, typically around the shoulders, upper arms and hips. The cause is not known. Treatment with steroid tablets usually works well to ease symptoms.
How is polygam solution reconstituted (recon soln) given?
How to use Polygam Solution, Reconstituted (Recon Soln) This medication is given by injection under the skin or slowly into a vein as directed by your doctor. Your health care professional will start the medication slowly while monitoring you closely. If you have few or no side effects, the medication will be given faster.