Mosapid Information

Mosapid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of GERD. Secondary and off-label uses of Mosapid have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mosapid. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The side effects typically associated with Mosapid include Insomnia. Some other side effects of Mosapid have been listed ahead. These side effects of Mosapid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Mosapid has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Mosapid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Mosapid related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mosapid contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Mosapid have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mosapid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Mosapid Benefits & Uses

Mosapid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

GERD

Other Benefits

Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Heartburn

Mosapid 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: Indigestion Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Indigestion Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Mosapid Related Warnings

Is the use of Mosapid safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Mosapid in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Mosapid safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Mosapid in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mosapid on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Mosapid on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Mosapid on the Liver?

Mosapid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mosapid on the Heart?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Mosapid on heart. So it is not known whether taking Mosapid will cause side effects on heart or not.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Mosapid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Erythromycin

Quinine

Mosapid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mosapid

Is this Mosapid habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Mosapid is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Mosapid, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Mosapid can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Mosapid only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Mosapid for mental disorders.

No

Mosapid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mosapid

Taking Mosapid with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mosapid

Information about the interaction of Mosapid and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown