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Drego 10 Mg Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Drego 10 Mg Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Drego 10 Mg Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Drego 10 Mg Tablet also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Drego 10 Mg Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Drego 10 Mg Tablet 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Drego 10 Mg Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Drego 10 Mg Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Drego 10 Mg Tablet related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Drego 10 Mg Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Drego 10 Mg Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Drego 10 Mg Tablet with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Drego 10 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Drego 10 Mg Tablet 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 10 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Drego is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Drego 10 Mg Tablet 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 10 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?
Drego does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Drego 10 Mg Tablet on the Liver?
Drego has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Drego 10 Mg Tablet on the Heart?
You can take Drego without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drego 10 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Drego 10 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Drego 10 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Drego 10 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Drego 10 Mg Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Drego 10 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Drego 10 Mg Tablet
You can take Drego 10 Mg Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Drego 10 Mg Tablet
Taking Drego 10 Mg Tablet 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.
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