Racecadotril

BNF:

1.4

Status:

Do Not Prescribe (DNP)

Decision Date:

January 2013

Comments

DO NOT PRESCRIBE (DNP):^1,6 Inadequate evidence to support use in patients likely to be encountered in UK primary care.

Black Drug Classifications

• 1: Are classified by the BNF as 'less suitable for prescribing', and includes anti-malarials (where a private prescription may be provided). Have a lack of data on effectiveness compared with standard therapy
• 6: Have NICE guidance that recommends they should not be used

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