Alipride Information

Alipride, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Alipride have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Alipride is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Alipride are Diarrhoea, Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Alipride as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Alipride are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Alipride's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Alipride related warnings talks about Alipride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alipride contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Alipride have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alipride is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Alipride Benefits & Uses
Alipride Dosage & How to Take
Alipride Side Effects
Alipride Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alipride with Other Drugs
Alipride Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alipride
Alipride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alipride Benefits & Uses

Alipride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heartburn

Other Benefits

GERD
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Diabetic Gastroparesis

Alipride 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: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned

Alipride Related Warnings

Is the use of Alipride safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Alipride. If you are pregnant, do not take Alipride without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Alipride safe during breastfeeding?

Alipride can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alipride on the Kidneys?

Alipride may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alipride on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Alipride on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alipride on the Heart?

The heart can be affected by Alipride. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alipride with Other Drugs

Alipride should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Amitriptyline

Clarithromycin

Cimetidine

Alipride Contraindications

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

Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alipride

Is this Alipride habit forming or addictive?

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

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

After taking Alipride, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Alipride can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Alipride only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Alipride in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Alipride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alipride

Taking Alipride with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alipride

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alipride and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown