Racecadotril

Anti-diarrhoea
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Racecadotril is a anti-diarrhoea found in 1 medicine sold in India, such as Redotil 100. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Reduces the water lost in acute diarrhoea in adults and children.

How it works

Reduces water and salt secretion into the gut, easing acute diarrhoea without slowing the bowel.

How to take it

Taken with ORS, usually three times a day for up to 7 days; children's sachets by weight.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Rash

Get medical help straight away if

  • Blood in stool, high fever or diarrhoea lasting more than 3 days
  • Swelling of the face

Be careful

Always give ORS as well; see a doctor if there is blood in the stool.

Other medicines and interactions

Avoid with ACE inhibitors (angioedema risk).

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Brands of Racecadotril (1)

Redotil 100

Common questions

What is Racecadotril used for?

Reduces the water lost in acute diarrhoea in adults and children.

How does Racecadotril work?

Reduces water and salt secretion into the gut, easing acute diarrhoea without slowing the bowel.

How should I take Racecadotril?

Taken with ORS, usually three times a day for up to 7 days; children's sachets by weight.

What are the side effects of Racecadotril?

Common: Headache, rash. Get help straight away for: Blood in stool, high fever or diarrhoea lasting more than 3 days, swelling of the face.

Does Racecadotril interact with other medicines?

Avoid with ACE inhibitors (angioedema risk).

Is Racecadotril safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Does Racecadotril need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Racecadotril?

Redotil 100.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.