What is Smecta Sachet?

Smecta Sachet Powder is used for Acute and chronic diarrhea, Irritable bowel syndrome in adults, Gastroesophageal reflux in infant and other conditions.

• Smecta Sachet Powder contains Dioctahedral Smectite as an active ingredient.
• Smecta Sachet Powder works by increasing the resistance of the mucosal gel.
• Beaufour Ipsen Industrie manufactures Smecta Sachet Powder.

Smecta Sachet Powder Uses

Smecta Sachet Powder is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:

• Acute and chronic diarrhea
• Irritable bowel syndrome in adults
• Gastroesophageal reflux in infant

Smecta Sachet Powder Working, Mechanism of Action and Pharmacology

Smecta Sachet Powder improves the patient's condition by performing the following functions:

• Increasing the resistance of the mucosal gel.

Smecta Sachet Powder - Composition and Active Ingredients

Smecta Sachet Powder is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)

• Dioctahedral Smectite - 3000Mg

Smecta Sachet Powder - Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Smecta Sachet Powder. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.

• Constipation

Smecta Sachet Powder - Precautions & How to Use

Before using Smecta Sachet Powder, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.

• Breastfeeding
• Pregnancy

Smecta Sachet Powder - Drug Interactions

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Smecta Sachet Powder may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Smecta Sachet Powder may interact with the following drugs and products:

• Other substances when administered simultaneously

Smecta Sachet Powder - Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to Smecta Sachet Powder is a contraindication. In addition, Smecta Sachet Powder should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Allergic reactionsDo not exceed the expiry date indicated in clear on the packaging