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Prazole is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Prazole also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Prazole 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 Prazole as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Prazole are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Prazole has a Mild effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Prazole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Prazole related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Prazole contraindications section.
Besides this, Prazole may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Prazole is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Prazole 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.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Prazole is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Prazole safe for pregnant women?
Prazole rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Prazole safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Prazole. Immediately discontinue Prazole if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Prazole on the Kidneys?
Prazole rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Prazole on the Liver?
Prazole is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Prazole on the Heart?
Prazole is rarely harmful for the heart.
Prazole 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 Prazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Prazole habit forming or addictive?
Prazole is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Prazole, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Prazole can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Prazole only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Prazole in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Prazole
Taking Prazole with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Prazole
Consuming Prazole with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 651-653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 945-947
