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Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. The alternative uses of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Azol (Dr.Johns Labs)'s effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) related warnings talks about Azol (Dr.Johns Labs)'s effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Azol (Dr.Johns Labs), it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) safe for pregnant women?
Azol rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) safe during breastfeeding?
Azol may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Azol, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Azol.
What is the effect of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Azol on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) on the Liver?
Side effects of Azol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Azol on the heart have been reported.
Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) habit forming or addictive?
Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Azol (Dr.Johns Labs)
You can take Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Azol (Dr.Johns Labs)
Consuming Azol (Dr.Johns Labs) with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Azol causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Azol is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.
Yes, you can take Azol with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
Yes, Azol can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor right away without further delay.
This is because a long-term use of Azol 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.
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; Prilosec (omeprazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 651-653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 945-947
