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Drego is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. The alternative uses of Drego have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Drego depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Drego also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Drego have been listed ahead. These side effects of Drego are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Drego has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Drego's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Drego related warnings section.
Drego can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Drego in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). The section on Drego contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Drego with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Drego is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Drego is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Drego safe for pregnant women?
Drego is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Drego safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Drego. If you see any side effects, stop taking Drego immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Drego again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Drego on the Kidneys?
Drego does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drego on the Liver?
Drego has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Drego on the Heart?
You can take Drego without any fear of damage to the heart.
Drego should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drego unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drego habit forming or addictive?
Drego is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Drego you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Drego is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Drego is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Drego
You can take Drego with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drego
Taking Drego with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Drego use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.
This is because a long-term use of Drego can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Drego is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
No, Drego is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
Rarely Drego causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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