Gastobid Information

Gastobid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Gastobid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gastobid. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gastobid as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gastobid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gastobid is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gastobid related warnings talks about Gastobid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gastobid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gastobid in conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia. The section on Gastobid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Gastobid may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Gastobid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Gastobid Benefits & Uses

Gastobid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Gastobid 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: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1 mg Trifluoperazine and 5 mg Isopropamide
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 1 Tablet Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 1 mg Trifluoperazine and 5 mg Isopropamide

Gastobid Related Warnings

Is the use of Gastobid safe for pregnant women?

Gastobid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gastobid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Gastobid safe during breastfeeding?

Gastobid may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Kidneys?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Gastobid on kidney, information on safety of Gastobid for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Liver?

Side effects of Gastobid on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Heart?

Gastobid may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Gastobid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Quinidine

Codeine

Moderate

Levodopa

Paracetamol,Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan

Cetirizine

Insulin Aspart

Gastobid Contraindications

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

Glaucoma
Gastritis
Heart Disease
Depression
Tardive Dyskinesia
Arrhythmia
Heart Failure
Reye's syndrome
Dementia
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gastobid

Is this Gastobid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Gastobid.

Gastobid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gastobid

You can take Gastobid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastobid

Consumption of alcohol and Gastobid together may have severe effects on your health.