Enterosgel

Description

Who is it Suitable For?

• Adults and children aged 1 year and over.
• May be used in older adults, including those with recurrent diarrhoea.
• Suitable for people experiencing acute or chronic diarrhoea, including functional and infectious causes.

Ingredients / Active Ingredients

• Polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate (70 g per 100 g) – active substance that works as an intestinal adsorbent.
• Purified water (30 g per 100 g) – inactive excipient.

How to Use / Dosage Instructions

Dosage by age group:

• Adults and children ≥15 years: 15 g (approximately 1 tablespoon) three times daily.
• Children 7–14 years: 10 g (approximately 2 teaspoons) three times daily.
• Children 1–6 years: 5 g (approximately 1 teaspoon) three times daily.

How often to take it:

• Every 6–8 hours, spaced evenly throughout the day.

How to administer:

• Enterosgel is an oral paste. It should be mixed with water before swallowing.
• Take 1–2 hours before or after meals and medicines.

Duration of use:

• For acute diarrhoea: up to 3–5 days.
• For chronic or long-term gastrointestinal conditions: under medical supervision.

Possible Side Effects

• Common: Constipation, nausea.
• Rare: Mild allergic reactions, difficulty swallowing thick paste.
  If side effects persist or worsen, seek medical advice.

Warnings and Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to polymethylsiloxane polyhydrate.
• Avoid use if you have intestinal atony (severely reduced gut motility).
• Do not exceed recommended dose.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding:
Safe for use, but consult a healthcare professional before starting treatment.

Driving or operating machinery:
Enterosgel has no known effect on driving or using machines.

Interactions with Other Medicines

• May reduce absorption of oral medicines if taken together.
• Leave at least 1–2 hours between Enterosgel and other medicines.

When to Consult a Pharmacist or Doctor

• If diarrhoea lasts longer than 3 days in children or 5 days in adults.
• If diarrhoea is accompanied by blood in stools, high fever, or severe dehydration.
• If symptoms are persistent, worsening, or unexplained.

Storage Information

• Store at room temperature (4–25°C).
• Do not freeze.
• Keep tightly closed after opening.
• Keep out of the sight and reach of children.

FAQs

1. Can Enterosgel be used with oral rehydration salts?
   Yes, they can be used together to help restore fluid balance.
2. Can I use Enterosgel for food poisoning?
   Yes, it may help manage diarrhoea caused by foodborne illness.
3. How long does Enterosgel take to work?
   Relief is often felt within hours, but treatment should continue as directed.
4. Is Enterosgel suitable for long-term use?
   It can be used for chronic conditions under medical supervision.
5. Can Enterosgel be given to babies under 1 year?
   No, it is only suitable for children aged 1 year and above.

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