Attapulgite / Pectin
Attapulgite/Pectin is a combination over-the-counter anti-diarrheal medication containing a natural clay mineral and a soluble fiber. It works by adsorbing excess fluid and harmful bacteria or toxins in the intestines while helping to firm up stool consistency. This medication is commonly used by adults and children over 3 years old to relieve symptoms of acute, non-specific diarrhea and traveler's diarrhea.
A combination adsorbent medication used to treat acute diarrhea by binding to excess fluid and intestinal toxins.
Key facts at a glance
- RxNorm
- 1007847
- Generic
- Attapulgite / Pectin
- Class
- multi-ingredient
- Brands
- —
- Availability
- rx
- Lactation
- unknown
- Routes
- —
- Forms
- —
- Regions
- US, EU, CN, JP
- Monitoring
- —
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Treats acute, non-specific diarrhea and traveler's diarrhea in adults and children over 3 years old. Provides symptomatic relief from loose stools and frequent bowel movements.
Attapulgite (a magnesium aluminum silicate clay) and pectin (a plant-derived fiber) work together to adsorb excess water, bacteria, and toxins in the gastrointestinal tract. They also help thicken stool consistency and may slow intestinal transit time.
Do not use for more than 2 days or if fever is present. Avoid if there is blood in stool or if you have phenylketonuria (contains aspartame in some formulations). May reduce absorption of other oral medications; take other drugs 2-3 hours apart. Not recommended for children under 3 years.
Official drug label
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