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Gastrium is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Nausea and Vomiting. Secondary and off-label uses of Gastrium have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gastrium depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Gastrium include Dry Mouth. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gastrium as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gastrium normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Gastrium's effect is Moderate during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Gastrium's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gastrium related warnings section.
Gastrium can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gastrium in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Gastrium contraindications section.
Besides this, Gastrium may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gastrium is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gastrium 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gastrium is used -
Severe
Common
Is the use of Gastrium safe for pregnant women?
Gastrium can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Gastrium right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Gastrium safe during breastfeeding?
Gastrium can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Gastrium on the Kidneys?
Gastrium can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Gastrium on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Gastrium. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Gastrium on the Heart?
Using Gastrium does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Gastrium should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gastrium unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gastrium habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gastrium has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gastrium can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Gastrium should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gastrium for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gastrium
Taking Gastrium with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastrium
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gastrium and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Gastrium is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Gastrium can cause headache, this occurs rarely. It is a known side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind this is unknown. If you experience severe headache after taking this drug, consider taking a mild painkiller, applying balms and complete rest, even after this if pain does not subside then discuss with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Gastrium has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Gastrium can cause constipation. It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing severe constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
No, Gastrium should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
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 666-667
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