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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 has mild to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Mepzol safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Mepzol. If you see any side effects, stop taking Mepzol immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Mepzol again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Kidneys?
Mepzol rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Liver?
Mepzol may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Mepzol on the Heart?
Side effects of Mepzol rarely affect 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?
Mepzol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Mepzol. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Mepzol only on doctor's advice.
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
Taking alcohol with Mepzol can be dangerous.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of it. Please consult your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.
Yes, you can take Mepzol with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Rarely Mepzol causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen. Do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Yes, Mepzol 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.
Discontinuation of Mepzol on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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
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