Racid Information

Racid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Racid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Racid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Racid have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Racid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Racid's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Racid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Racid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Racid in conditions like Kidney Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Racid contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Racid with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Racid is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Racid Benefits & Uses

Racid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Stomach Gas
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Gas pains
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn
Upset Stomach
Hiatal Hernia

Racid 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml
Adult	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml

Racid Related Warnings

Is the use of Racid safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Racid in pregnant women.
Is the use of Racid safe during breastfeeding?

Racid is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Racid on the Kidneys?

Racid is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Racid on the Liver?

Racid is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Racid on the Heart?

Racid is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Racid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Moderate

Racid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Racid

Is this Racid habit forming or addictive?

Racid is not addictive in nature.

Racid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Racid

It is safe to take Racid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Racid

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Racid with alcohol.