Odpant Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Odpant Information

Odpant is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Odpant 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 Odpant. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Odpant as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Odpant are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

In addition, Odpant's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. In addition, Odpant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Odpant related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Odpant have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Odpant Benefits & Uses

Odpant is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer
Heartburn

Other Benefits

Odpant 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: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Odpant Related Warnings

Is the use of Odpant safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Odpant in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Odpant safe during breastfeeding?

Odpant may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Odpant, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Odpant.

Moderate
What is the effect of Odpant on the Kidneys?

Using Odpant does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Odpant on the Liver?

Odpant is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Odpant on the Heart?

Odpant is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Odpant with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Odpant Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Odpant

Is this Odpant habit forming or addictive?

Odpant is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Odpant is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Odpant cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Odpant Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Odpant

You can take Odpant with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Odpant

Taking Odpant with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Odpant

Question over 5 years ago

Is Odpant an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Odpant is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Odpant cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Odpant can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Odpant with zantac?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Odpant 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Odpant with levothyroxine?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Avoid taking Odpant with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Odpant over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Odpant over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.