Isopropamide Benefits & Uses

Isopropamide is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Irritable Bowel Syndrome

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Gastritis
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Isopropamide Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given in combination with trifluoperazine 1 mg, for course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: Given in combination with trifluoperazine 1 mg, for course duration follow doctor's advice

Isopropamide Related Warnings

Is the use of Isopropamide safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Isopropamide on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Isopropamide safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Isopropamide for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Isopropamide on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Isopropamide on kidneys.

Unknown
What is the effect of Isopropamide on the Liver?

There is no research available on the side effects of Isopropamide on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Isopropamide on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Isopropamide on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Isopropamide Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Isopropamide unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Glaucoma
Gastritis
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Isopropamide

Is this Isopropamide habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Isopropamide is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Isopropamide as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Isopropamide is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Isopropamide for mental disorders.

No

Isopropamide Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Isopropamide

There is no information on the effects of taking Isopropamide with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Isopropamide

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Isopropamide.

Unknown