P (Salud) 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 P (Salud) is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of P (Salud) safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take P 40 Mg Tablet without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of P (Salud) safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of P 40 Mg Tablet. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of P (Salud) on the Kidneys?
P 40 Mg Tablet is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of P (Salud) on the Liver?
P 40 Mg Tablet has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of P (Salud) on the Heart?
Using P 40 Mg Tablet does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
P (Salud) 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 P (Salud) unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this P (Salud) habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of P (Salud) has not been reported.
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 P (Salud) can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, P (Salud) does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
P (Salud) is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and P (Salud)
It is safe to take P (Salud) with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and P (Salud)
Taking P (Salud) with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This is because long-term use of P 40 Mg Tablet can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are 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.
Discontinuation of P 40 Mg Tablet on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
Yes, P 40 Mg Tablet can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
P 40 Mg Tablet is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Yes, P 40 Mg Tablet 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.
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References
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