Alcid (Alkem) Information
Alcid (Alkem) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. The alternative uses of Alcid (Alkem) have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Alcid (Alkem) is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Alcid (Alkem) also has some side effects, the most common being Constipation, Diarrhoea, Flushing. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Alcid (Alkem) can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Alcid (Alkem) normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alcid (Alkem) is Safe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Alcid (Alkem)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
The section on Alcid (Alkem) contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Alcid (Alkem) with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alcid (Alkem), it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
- Alcid (Alkem) Benefits & Uses
- Alcid (Alkem) Dosage & How to Take
- Alcid (Alkem) Side Effects
- Alcid (Alkem) Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Alcid (Alkem) with Other Drugs
- Alcid (Alkem) Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Alcid (Alkem)
- Alcid (Alkem) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Alcid (Alkem) Benefits & Uses
Alcid (Alkem) is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
- Stomach Gas
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Alcid (Alkem) 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
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Alcid (Alkem) Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alcid (Alkem) is used -
Mild
- Nausea or vomiting
- पेट दर्द
- Headache
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Dry Mouth
- Rash
- Rhinitis
- Belching
- Pharyngitis
Common
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Diarrhoea
- Flushing
Unknown
- Excessive sweating
Alcid (Alkem) Related Warnings
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Is the use of Alcid (Alkem) safe for pregnant women?
Alcid Tablet is safe to take during pregnancy.
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Is the use of Alcid (Alkem) safe during breastfeeding?
Alcid Tablet is safe for breastfeeding women.
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What is the effect of Alcid (Alkem) on the Kidneys?
Alcid Tablet is not harmful for kidneys.
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What is the effect of Alcid (Alkem) on the Liver?
Using Alcid Tablet does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
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What is the effect of Alcid (Alkem) on the Heart?
Alcid Tablet is not harmful for the heart.
Severe Interaction of Alcid (Alkem) with Other Drugs
Alcid (Alkem) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Alcid (Alkem) Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alcid (Alkem) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Kidney Disease
- Abdominal Pain
- Kidney Disease
- Phenylketonuria (PKU)
Frequently asked Questions about Alcid (Alkem)
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Is this Alcid (Alkem) habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Alcid (Alkem) is addictive.
Alcid (Alkem) Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Alcid (Alkem)
You can take Alcid (Alkem) with food.
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Interaction between Alcohol and Alcid (Alkem)
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Alcid (Alkem) with alcohol.
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 655
