Kubik is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Kubik 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 Kubik. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kubik as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Kubik 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kubik is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Kubik related warnings talks about Kubik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other contraindications of Kubik have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Kubik 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 Kubik is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Kubik 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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Is the use of Kubik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Kubik safely.
Is the use of Kubik safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Kubik. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Kubik on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Kubik on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kubik on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Kubik on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Kubik on the Heart?
Kubik is not harmful for the heart.
Kubik 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 Kubik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kubik habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kubik is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kubik, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Kubik can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Kubik is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kubik cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kubik
You can take Kubik with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kubik
Consuming Kubik with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This is because long-term use of Kubik can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are 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.
Yes, Kubik can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Kubik can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Kubik is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Yes, Kubik and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986
