Opar 20 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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Opar 20 is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Opar 20 safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Opar 20.
Is the use of Opar 20 safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Opar 20. If you see any side effects, stop taking Opar 20 immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Opar 20 again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Opar 20 on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Opar 20 on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Opar 20 on the Liver?
Opar 20 has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Opar 20 on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Opar 20 on the heart have been reported.
Opar 20 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 Opar 20 unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Opar 20 habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Opar 20 is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Opar 20 you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Opar 20 only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Opar 20 in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Opar 20
You can take Opar 20 with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Opar 20
Consuming Opar 20 with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Take Opar 20 as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Opar 20 is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Opar 20 works by blocking the action of proton pump inhibitor which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the production of acid in the stomach it helps to relieve from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problems.
This is because a long-term use of Opar 20 can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Yes, Opar 20 can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you experience any unwanted side effects after consuming medicine, please consult your doctor right away without further delay.
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References
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