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Sompraz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet,Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. The alternative uses of Sompraz have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sompraz. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Sompraz have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Sompraz normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sompraz is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Sompraz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Sompraz are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Sompraz have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Sompraz is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Sompraz 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
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Is the use of Sompraz safe for pregnant women?
Sompraz can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Sompraz right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Sompraz safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sompraz. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Sompraz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Sompraz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Sompraz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sompraz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sompraz on the Heart?
You can take Sompraz without any fear of damage to the heart.
Sompraz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Sompraz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sompraz habit forming or addictive?
Sompraz is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Sompraz will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Sompraz, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Sompraz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sompraz
Taking Sompraz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sompraz
Consumption of alcohol and Sompraz together may have severe effects on your health.
Avoid taking Sompraz with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also affects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please consult with your doctor before consuming these two drugs at the same time.
Sompraz is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
Yes, Sompraz helps to prevent and heal the ulcer. It is the main indication of this drug. However, It is best to consult your doctor to seek the right treatment of ulcer.
Yes, Sompraz may cause dry mouth because it decreases the saliva secretion in your mouth. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excess dry mouth after taking this drug, keep yourself hydrated with juices, shakes and ample water.
Sompraz works by blocking the action of an enzyme (H+/K+ATPase) in the cells (parietal) of the stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. Due to blockage of this enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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