Prescription
Anti-diarrheal (enkephalinase inhibitor)
Racecadotril
Last reviewed April 2026
Who is this for?
What is this drug?
Racecadotril is an anti-diarrhea medicine that works by reducing the amount of water and salts your intestines release, which helps to make your stool less watery without stopping your gut from moving normally.
What is it used for?
Acute watery diarrhea (running stomach)purging
Prescription Required
A doctor's prescription is required to obtain this drug legally.