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Ofcid Information

Ofcid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Ofcid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Ofcid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ofcid as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Ofcid are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ofcid is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Ofcid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ofcid related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Ofcid have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to the above precautions for Ofcid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Ofcid Benefits & Uses

Ofcid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Ofcid 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

Ofcid Related Warnings

Is the use of Ofcid safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Ofcid in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Ofcid safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Ofcid. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ofcid on the Kidneys?

Ofcid is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Ofcid on the Liver?

Ofcid has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Ofcid on the Heart?

You can take Ofcid without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Ofcid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Ofcid Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ofcid

Is this Ofcid habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Ofcid.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Ofcid can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Ofcid is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Ofcid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Ofcid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ofcid

It is safe to take Ofcid with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Ofcid

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Ofcid

Question about 5 years ago

How does Ofcid works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Ofcid works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Ofcid an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Ofcid without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Ofcid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Ofcid safe?

Dr. Kapil Sharma MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Ofcid is safe to use, if taken a prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.

Question about 5 years ago

What is Ofcid?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Ofcid is a brand name of pantoprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It is mainly used for the short-term treatment of peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.