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Mepzol is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. The alternative uses of Mepzol have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mepzol. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Mepzol side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Mepzol 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.
In addition, Mepzol's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Mepzol's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other contraindications of Mepzol have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Mepzol may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Mepzol is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Mepzol 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 Mepzol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Mepzol safe for pregnant women?
Mepzol rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Mepzol safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Mepzol. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Kidneys?
Mepzol may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Liver?
Mepzol is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Heart?
Mepzol may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mepzol 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 Mepzol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mepzol habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mepzol is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Mepzol as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Mepzol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Mepzol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Mepzol
Taking Mepzol with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mepzol
Consuming Mepzol with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
