Dylock Dt Tablets

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Dylock Dt Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of the Dylock Dt Tablet in human pregnancy. However, it is advised not to take this medicine during pregnancy, especially during the first 3 months. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or you may be pregnant or are planning for a baby before starting the medicine.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Dylock Dt Tablet while breastfeeding?

Dylock Dt passes into the breastmilk. Hence, this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. You should consult your doctor before using this medicine during breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Dylock Dt Tablet?

Dylock Dt Tablet is used for diarrhoea, which itself can cause weakness and dizziness. You may experience unconsciousness or reduced levels of consciousness, tiredness, dizziness or drowsiness when diarrhoea is treated with this medicine. Therefore, it is advisable to use caution when driving a car or you should avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Dylock Dt Tablet?

There are no known interactions of the Dylock Dt Tablets with Alcohol. However, it is advised not to consume alcohol as this itself can lead to abdominal discomfort.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are suffering from acute diarrhoea, you must pay keen attention to appropriate fluid and electrolyte replacement from time to time.
• You are suffering from diarrhoea for many days, do not keep taking the Dylock Dt endlessly. Instead, get yourself checked as long-term diarrhoea may be a symptom of some serious underlying disease.
• You are suffering from diarrhoea for more than 48 hours and Dylock Dt does not control it, please consult a doctor for further treatment.
• You are an AIDS patient suffering from diarrhoea, you must stop taking Tablets at the first sign of stomach distension (bloating and swelling of the belly). The chances of painful constipation and intestinal obstruction are much higher in AIDS patients suffering from intestinal infections.
• You are suffering from liver disease, Dylock Dt should be used with caution. It is important to watch out for dizziness, drowsiness and mental confusion.
• You are suffering from rare hereditary conditions in which your body cannot handle certain sugars (galactose intolerance, lactase deficiency or glucose-galactose malabsorption).
• This medicine should be used cautiously in children and patients on a low sodium diet.
• This medicine should be discontinued promptly if signs of constipation, stomach distension or stomach pain develop.
• You should not exceed the recommended dose or duration of treatment as it is associated with increased heart disorders.