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.
WORKS FAST
EXCELLENT SAFETY PROFILE
PATIENT COMPLIANCE
EASY DOSING
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.

How does Tasectan work?

DIARRHOEA
Diarrhoea is a symptom of an infection in the intestinal tract, which is often caused by bacteria, viruses or parasites. When diarrhoea occurs, the intestinal wall's normal function is disrupted, preventing the absorption of water and essential nutrients. This leads to increased fluid in the intestines, causing the contents to move through more quickly and resulting in watery stools.
TASECTAN ACTION
Tasectan forms a thin biofilm that protects the wall of your intestine. This prevents water loss, the growth of some harmful bacteria, and prevents germs from attaching to your intestinal wall. This treatment also reduces inflammation.
Prevents water loss.
Prevents growth of some bacteria and prevents germs* from attaching to your gut.
Reduces inflammation.
RESTORES BALANCE
This thin biofilm aids in rapidly clearing the infection. Once the infection is eliminated, diarrhoea stops, and normal gut function resumes.
Safe and easy to take.
No known side effects.
Does not cause reactive constipation.
Does not enter the blood stream, so it has no effects on the brain or nervous system.
Does not have any effect on digestion.
Excellent safety and tolerability
Safe and easy to take.
No known side effects.
Does not cause reactive constipation.
Does not enter the blood stream, so it has 
no effects on the brain or nervous system.
Does not enter the blood stream, so it has no effects on the brain or nervous system.
Does not have any effect on digestion.
Does not have any effect on digestion.

PRODUCT RANGE

Tasectan has a specific product to suit your needs. Choose the right product for you and your family.

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

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

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 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.
WORKS FAST
EXCELLENT SAFETY PROFILE
PATIENT COMPLIANCE
EASY DOSING

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).

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
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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
1 to 2 sachets every
6 hours until the symptoms disappear
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