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THE NO. 1 PRESCRIBED

Diarrhoea Treatment by SA Doctors
Tasectan is a clinically proven, safe and effective diarrhoea treatment for all ages and stages of your life. Available at all leading pharmacies.
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WORKS FAST
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EXCELLENT SAFETY PROFILE
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PATIENT COMPLIANCE
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EASY DOSING
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The ideal diarrhoea treatment for you and your whole family
Tasectan is the no. 1 prescribed diarrhoea treatment by South African doctors.
It is clinically proven to work fast.
Tasectan has a unique way of working that makes it different from other diarrhoea products.
Tasectan allows for easy dosing with no taste or smell.
Tasectan is safe to take with other medication and has no undesirable effects reported.
Tasectan® is safe with no medication interactions or known side effects.
Can be taken at the same time as other medication.
Excellent safety and tolerability
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Safe and easy to take
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No known side effects
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Does not cause reactive constipation
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Does not enter the blood stream, so it has 
no effects on the brain or nervous system.
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Does not enter the blood stream, so it has no effects on the brain or nervous system
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Does not have any effect on digestion
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Does not have any effect on digestion.
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PRODUCT RANGE

Tasectan has a specific product to suit your needs. Choose the right product for you and your family.
A box of Tasectan Paed otc diarrhoea medicine for babies and children

Tasectan Paed

Tasectan Paed is clinically proven to be a safe and effective anti-diarrhoea treatment for children aged between 3 months and 14 years.
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Tasectan Adult

Tasectan Adult is clinically proven to be a safe and effective anti-diarrhoea treatment for individuals aged 14 and up.

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tasectan duo adult and paed diarrhoea medication with an added probiotic

Tasectan Duo

Tasectan Duo is clinically proven to be a safe and effective anti-diarrhoea treatment that has an added probiotic to help restore the balance of gut flora.
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tasectan duo adult and paed diarrhoea medication with an added probiotic

Tasectan Duo Paed

Tasectan Duo Paed is clinically proven to be a safe and effective anti-diarrhoea treatment with an added probiotic for children aged  3 months to 14 years. 
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Tasectan works differently to other anti-diarrhoea medications. It forms a thin biofilm that protects the intestinal wall, reduces inflammation and restricts harmful bacterial growth, allowing gut function to be restored.

Tasectan vs. Competitors

Tasectan
Diosmectite
Between 67-71 hours
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
Diosmectite
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
Diosmectite
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
Diosmectite
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
Diosmectite
Loperamide
Contra-indicated for children under 2 years of age and not available to children under 6 without a prescription.
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Contra-indicated for children under 3 years of age.
Tasectan
Diosmectite
23% of patients refuse to take diosmectite.
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
Diosmectite
Loperamide
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Tasectan
No known5,6
Diosmectite
Constipation,
Allergic reactions including swelling of hands, feet and face, etc11
Loperamide
Constipation,
toxic megacolon, dry mouth, dizziness, drowsiness, etc15
Kaolin/ Pectin/ Chlorodyne/ Electrolytes
Constipation,
increased heart rate, dry mouth, confusion, etc14

References

  1. Esteban Carretero J, Durbán Reguera F, López-Argüeta Alvarez S, López Montes J. A comparative analysis of response to ORS (oral rehydration solution) vs. ORS+ gelatin tannate in two cohorts of pediatric patients with acute diarrhea. Revista Española de Enfermedades Digestivas. 2009;101(1):41-8.
  2. Allegrini A, Costantini M. Gelatine tannate for the treatment of acute diarrhoea in adults. J Gastroint Dig Syst. 2012;2(3).
  3. Allegrini A, Costantini M. Tasectan™ (Gelatine Tannate) for the treatment of acute gastroenteritis in children: preliminary results from a study conducted to evaluate its efficacy and safety. Oncology and Neurosciences Department - SS Annunziata Hospital of Chieti, Italia; Pharmacy Department - G. Mazzini Hospital of Teramo, Italia. March 2011.
  4. Impact Rx Data September 2018 – August 2019.
  5. Tasectan Paed Sachets, Package Insert, 26 March 2012.
  6. Tasectan Adult Capsules, Package Insert, 26 March 2012.
  7. Lopetuso LR, Scaldaferri F, Bruno G, Petito V, Franceschi F, Gasbarrini A. The therapeutic management of gut barrier leaking: the emerging role for mucosal barrier protectors. European review for medical and pharmacological sciences. 2015;9(6):1068-76.
  8. Çağan E, Ceylan S, Mengi Ş, Çağan HH. Evaluation of gelatin tannate against symptoms of acute diarrhea in pediatric patients. Medical Science Monitor: International Medical Journal of Experimental and Clinical Research. 2017;23:2029.
  9. Franceschi F, Scaldaferri F, Riccioni ME, Casagranda I, Forte E, Gerardi V, et al. Management of acute dyarrhea: current and future trends. European Review for Medical & Pharmacological Sciences. 2014;18(14).
  10. Data on file (ANSM: Agency Nationale de Securite de Medicament).
  11. Smecta Patient information leaflet. 22 September 2014.
  12. Dupont C, Foo JL, Garnier P, Moore N, Mathiex–Fortunet H, Salazar–Lindo E. Oral diosmectite reduces stool output and diarrhea duration in children with acute watery diarrhea. Clinical gastroenterology and hepatology. 2009;7(4):456-62.
  13. Szajewska H, Dziechciarz P, Mrukowicz J. Meta‐analysis: smectite in the treatment of acute infectious diarrhoea in children. Alimentary pharmacology & therapeutics. 2006;23(2):217-27.
  14. Pectrolyte Suspension, Package Insert, 11 January 1978.
  15. Imodium Tablets, Package Insert, 4 March 2005.
  16. Durbán Reguera F, López-Argüeta Álvarez S, López Montes J. Prospective observational study on adults with acute diarrhoea treated with gelatin tannate®[Abstract and poster]. InSemana de las Enfermedades Digestivas Congress; 2007. Available from: www. tasectan. ie/index. php/healthcare-professionals. Accessed 2021 Mar (Vol. 13).
  17. World Health Organization: WHO. Diarrhoea [Internet]. 2021. Available from: https://www.who.int/health-topics/diarrhoea#tab=tab_1
DOSAGE AND
DIRECTIONS FOR USE6
Adults older than 14 years: 1-2 capsules every 4- 6 hours until the symptoms disappear.

Sachet Powder can be added to food or mixed with a small quantity of milk, fruit juices or water.

Mix well and give immediately.5
Contact us for any adverse reaction or more information.
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1 to 2 capsules every
4 – 6 hours until the symptoms disappear
1 sachet every
6 hours until the symptoms disappear
Two yellow and purple sachets of Tasectan 250 mg, an anti-diarrhoeal for infants and children, are shown overlapping. The packaging highlights the product’s use as an anti-diarrhoea medication and its active ingredient.
1 to 2 sachets every
6 hours until the symptoms disappear
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