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Zolerab 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zolerab is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Zolerab safe for pregnant women?
Zolerab is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Zolerab safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zolerab. Immediately discontinue Zolerab if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Zolerab on the Kidneys?
Using Zolerab does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Zolerab on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Zolerab on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Zolerab on the Heart?
You can take Zolerab without any fear of damage to the heart.
Zolerab 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 Zolerab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zolerab habit forming or addictive?
Zolerab is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Zolerab. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Zolerab is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zolerab for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Zolerab
Taking Zolerab with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zolerab
Taking Zolerab with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, Zolerab 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 Zolerab 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.
Yes, Zolerab 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.
Yes, Zolerab is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
Yes, Zolerab might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
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