Holder Of Certificate<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\nGASTRON is basically a diarrhoea-stopper. It contains an ingredient called loperamide hydrochloride<\/strong>, which slows down your gut so it doesn\u2019t push everything through so fast. That gives your intestines time to soak up more water, which helps firm up your stools. In simple terms: it helps stop the flood and bring back some normalcy.<\/p>\n\n\n\nYou can get GASTRON in two forms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nSyrup<\/strong> (for little ones): 1 mg of loperamide in every 5 ml<\/li>\n\n\n\nTablets<\/strong> (for adults and older kids): 2 mg of loperamide per tablet<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nThe syrup doesn\u2019t have sugar in it (great for kids or anyone watching sugar), and the tablets contain mannitol, which is a sugar substitute.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>When should you use GASTRON?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nThis medicine is mainly for short-term diarrhoea<\/strong>\u2014like the kind you get from food poisoning, stress, or just something that didn\u2019t agree with your stomach. You can also use it for chronic diarrhoea<\/strong>, but only if a doctor tells you it\u2019s okay.<\/p>\n\n\n\nHere\u2019s when GASTRON comes in handy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nYou\u2019ve got a sudden bout of diarrhoea and need quick relief.<\/li>\n\n\n\n Your child (who\u2019s old enough\u2014more on that soon) has diarrhoea and can\u2019t stay hydrated.<\/li>\n\n\n\n You\u2019ve got diarrhoea from something non-infectious and need to manage it, especially when you’re on the go.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>When NOT<\/strong> to use it (super important)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nOkay, this is where you\u2019ve really got to pay attention. GASTRON isn\u2019t for everyone or every situation. Here are some clear NO-GO cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nBabies under 2 years old<\/strong>: Don\u2019t even think about giving them GASTRON Syrup.<\/li>\n\n\n\nKids under 5<\/strong>: Tablets are not for them.<\/li>\n\n\n\nIf you or your kid has blood in the stool<\/strong> or a fever<\/strong> with diarrhoea (might be dysentery)\u2014skip GASTRON and see a doctor.<\/li>\n\n\n\nYou\u2019ve got ulcerative colitis<\/strong>, infectious diarrhoea<\/strong>, or diarrhoea caused by antibiotics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nThere\u2019s abdominal swelling<\/strong>, or you haven\u2019t passed gas or stool in a while.<\/li>\n\n\n\nPregnant or breastfeeding?<\/strong> Not the best choice unless your doctor gives the go-ahead.<\/li>\n\n\n\nYou have liver problems<\/strong>\u2014loperamide can build up in your system and cause issues.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nIf any of these sound like your situation, stop here and call a doctor. GASTRON won\u2019t help\u2014and could make things worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>Things to know before using it<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nEven if GASTRON seems like a quick fix, there are a few things to keep in mind:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nIt won\u2019t replace fluids, so you still need to drink plenty of water<\/strong> or even better\u2014use oral rehydration salts (ORS)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nIf the diarrhoea doesn\u2019t settle down in 48 hours<\/strong>, stop using GASTRON and get checked.<\/li>\n\n\n\nIf you have AIDS<\/strong> and feel bloated while taking this, stop it immediately.<\/li>\n\n\n\nDon\u2019t take more than recommended\u2014it can mess with your heart rhythm<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\nAlways check with your doctor if you\u2019re taking other medications\u2014some of them can interact<\/strong> with GASTRON in a not-so-good way.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Can kids take GASTRON?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nYes\u2014but it depends on their age and weight. The syrup is for children over 2 years<\/strong>, and the tablets are only for kids older than 5<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\nIf your child is younger than that, don\u2019t take the risk. Diarrhoea in little ones can turn dangerous really fast, and you\u2019re better off seeing a healthcare professional.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>What about other meds?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nIf you’re already taking other medicine, especially for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\nHIV (ritonavir<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\nFungal infections (itraconazole<\/strong>, ketoconazole<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\nHigh cholesterol (gemfibrozil<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\nMalaria (quinidine<\/strong>)<\/li>\n\n\n\nBedwetting or frequent urination (desmopressin<\/strong>)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n\u2026then you must<\/strong> tell your doctor or pharmacist. These meds can increase how much loperamide is in your system, which can lead to overdose-type symptoms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Pregnant or breastfeeding? Be cautious.<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nLook, no one wants to deal with diarrhoea while pregnant\u2014but GASTRON is not usually recommended<\/strong> unless your doctor is 100% okay with it. Same goes for breastfeeding. Better safe than sorry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Can I drive after taking it?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nSome people feel a bit dizzy<\/strong>, tired<\/strong>, or even faint after taking GASTRON, especially if they\u2019re already feeling weak from the diarrhoea. So, don\u2019t drive<\/strong> or do anything that needs full attention until you know how it affects you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Ingredients\u2014what\u2019s inside?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nHere\u2019s the breakdown:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/span>GASTRON SYRUP:<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nLoperamide hydrochloride (1 mg\/5 ml)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Sugar-free<\/li>\n\n\n\n Sweetened with saccharin sodium<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\nContains parabens<\/strong>, which might cause allergic reactions in some people<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>GASTRON TABLETS:<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n\nLoperamide hydrochloride (2 mg)<\/li>\n\n\n\n Contains mannitol<\/strong> (a sugar substitute)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>How to use GASTRON (doses made simple)<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nLet\u2019s break this down by form<\/strong> and age<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>For Adults and Kids Over 5 (GASTRON TABLETS)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Acute diarrhoea:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n\nStart with 2 tablets<\/strong> (4 mg).<\/li>\n\n\n\nAfter that, take 1 tablet<\/strong> after each loose stool.<\/li>\n\n\n\nMax: 8 tablets in 24 hours<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\nBut don\u2019t just go by age\u2014weight matters too:<\/p>\n\n\n\nWeight (kg)<\/strong><\/th>Max Tablets\/Day<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>14 kg<\/td> 2 tablets (4 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 20 kg<\/td> 3 tablets (6 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 27 kg<\/td> 4 tablets (8 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 34 kg<\/td> 5 tablets (10 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 40 kg<\/td> 6 tablets (12 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 47 kg<\/td> 7 tablets (14 mg)<\/td><\/tr> 54 kg+<\/td> 8 tablets (16 mg)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Chronic diarrhoea:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\nStart with 2\u20134 tablets a day<\/strong>. Adjust as needed, but don\u2019t overdo it. If things start getting too firm, ease up on the dose.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>For Children Over 2 Years (GASTRON SYRUP)<\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Acute diarrhoea:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\nAge<\/strong><\/th>Dose (1st day)<\/strong><\/th>After each loose stool<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead>2\u20135 years<\/td> 5 ml three times daily<\/td> 5 ml per 10 kg body weight<\/td><\/tr> 5\u20138 years<\/td> 5 ml four times daily<\/td> Same as above<\/td><\/tr> 8\u201312 years<\/td> 10 ml three to four times<\/td> Same as above<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\nMax syrup per day:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\n2\u20135 yrs: 15 ml<\/li>\n\n\n\n 5\u20138 yrs: 20 ml<\/li>\n\n\n\n 8\u201312 yrs: 40 ml<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<\/span>Chronic diarrhoea:<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\nStart with 5 ml per 12.5 kg body weight per day<\/strong>, then adjust based on how the child is responding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/span>What if you take too much?<\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\nBe careful\u2014