Attapulgite (Attapulgite)
Overview of Attapulgite
Attapulgite is a purified hydrated magnesium aluminium silicate essentially consisting of the clay mineral palygorskite. Activated attapulgite is attapulgite which has been heated under controlled conditions to provide an anhydrous form of attapulgite. Attapulgite is light, cream or buff, very fine powder, almost free from gritty particles.Attapulgite is used in the treatment of diarrhea (intestinal disorder characterized by frequent evacuation of bowel). It works by absorbing fluid in the intestine. Attapulgite is usually taken after each loose movement.
Indication of Attapulgite
Indications
Contraindication of Attapulgite
Attapulgite is contraindicated in conditions like Febrile illness,Hypersensitivity.
Side Effects of Attapulgite
Side Effects
Precautions of Attapulgite
Attapulgite should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing heart disease, bowel disease or allergy. It is classified as pregnancy category B. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy or lactation. If rehydration becomes necessary as a result of the diarrhoea and the consequent dehydration, ORS therapy should be initiated. If high fever or blood in the stool that appear or if the diarrhoea persists after 2 days, the treatment should be discontinued, and a clinical and microbiological assessment made.