Cadotril is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule, Sachet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Diarrhoea.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cadotril. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Cadotril also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fever. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Cadotril can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Cadotril are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Cadotril's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Cadotril related warnings talks about Cadotril's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Cadotril can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cadotril in conditions like Kidney Disease, Liver Disease.

Additionally, Cadotril may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cadotril is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.