| Pronunciation |
 (KAY
oh lin & PEK
tin) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Kaodene®[OTC]; Kao-Spen®[OTC]; Kapectolin®[OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Synonyms |
| Pectin and Kaolin |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antidiarrheal |
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| Use |
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Treatment of uncomplicated diarrhea |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Contraindications |
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Hypersensitivity to kaolin or pectin |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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1% to 10%: Gastrointestinal: Constipation, fecal impaction |
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| Drug Interactions |
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May decrease absorption of many drugs, including chloroquine, atenolol, metoprolol, propranolol, diflunisal, isoniazid, penicillamine, clindamycin, digoxin (give kaolin/pectin 2 hours before or 4 hours after medication) |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Oral: <6 years: Do not use 6-12 years: 30-60 mL after each loose stool Adults: 60-120 mL after each loose stool |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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None reported |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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May decrease absorption of beta-blockers |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Shake well |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Shake well |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Suspension, oral: Kaolin 975 mg and pectin 22 mg per 5 mL |
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