Attapulgite

Therapeutic Group

Anti-diarrheals, Anti-inflammatory/Anti-infective

Indication Dosage

Attapulgite is a type of clay mineral used for several indications, including:

  1. Diarrhea: Attapulgite works as an adsorbent, binding with excess fluid and waste in the intestines, which can help reduce diarrhea and regulate bowel movements.
  2. Gastrointestinal Disorders: Attapulgite is sometimes used as a treatment for gastrointestinal disorders, such as irritable bowel syndrome and inflammatory bowel disease, as it can help regulate bowel movements and reduce symptoms such as abdominal pain and discomfort.
  3. Antacid: Attapulgite is sometimes used as an antacid to neutralize excess stomach acid and relieve symptoms of indigestion, heartburn, and sour stomach.
  4. Antidiarrheal: Attapulgite is used as an antidiarrheal to help control diarrhea.

Syrup Dosage: 

  • Adults: 10 Ml After Initial Bowel Movement, 10 Ml After Each Subsequent Bowel Movement. 
  • Children 6-12 Yr: 5 Ml After Initial Bowel Movement, 5 Ml After Subsequent Bowel Movements, Should Not Be Used For More Than 2 Days; 
  • Above 12 Yrs: Same As Adult. 

Tab/Powder Dosage: 

  • Adults: 2 Tab Or 1 Sachet After Initial Bowel Movement, 2 Tab After Each Subsequent Bowel Movements. 
  • Children 6-12 Yr:1 Tab After Initial Bowel Movement, 1 Tab After Subsequent Bowel Movements, Should Not Be Used For More Than 2 Days; 
  • Above 12 Yrs: Same As Adult.

Content

  • Susp: Per 10 ml: Activated Attapulgite 1000mg.
  • Tab 500mg /750mg: Activated Attapulgite 500mg /750mg.
  • Powder: Attapulgite; Sachet.

Pregnancy

Classified As Pregnancy Category B, To Be Used With Caution.

Stability

  • Absorbent

Contra Indications

  • Hypersensitivity, Febrile Illness, Elderly, High Fever And Blood In Stool.

Precautions

  • Hypersensitivity, Febrile Illness, Elderly, High Fever And Blood In Stool.

Lactation

  • Caution Advised.

Side Effects

  • Pneumoconiosis