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Acicot is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Acicot depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Acicot 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acicot is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Acicot safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Acicot in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Acicot safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Acicot in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Acicot is unavailable.
What is the effect of Acicot on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Acicot on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Acicot on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Acicot on the liver.
What is the effect of Acicot on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Acicot for the heart.
Acicot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acicot unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acicot habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Acicot has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acicot you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Acicot is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acicot is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acicot
Taking Acicot with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acicot
Information about the interaction of Acicot and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Acicot might cause gas (flatulence). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind gas is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive gas trouble after taking this drug then you are advised to take an antiflatulent drug such as simethicone.
No, Acicot does not contain sulfa. It contains sucralfate which is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer.
Yes, Acicot can treat gastritis. It is used in the treatment of gastritis because it forms a protective layer in the gastrointestinal lining which helps in providing relief from gastric inflammation.
Yes, you can take Acicot with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Acicot.
Yes, Acicot may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155
