Somaz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Somaz Benefits & Uses

Somaz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Zollinger Ellison syndrome
H. Pylori
Diabetic Gastroparesis
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Gastritis

Somaz 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
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Somaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Somaz safe for pregnant women?

Somaz may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Somaz again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Somaz safe during breastfeeding?

Somaz should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Somaz on the Kidneys?

Somaz is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Somaz on the Liver?

Somaz is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Somaz on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Somaz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Methotrexate

Atazanavir

Moderate

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Amikacin

Atorvastatin

Naproxen

Warfarin

Somaz Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Allergy
Gastric Cancer
Abdominal Pain
Magnesium Deficiency
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Somaz

Is this Somaz habit forming or addictive?

Somaz does not cause addiction.

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

Somaz does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Somaz is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Somaz is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Somaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Somaz

Taking Somaz with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Somaz

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Somaz as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Somaz

Question about 5 years ago

Does Somaz cause stomach upset?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please consult your doctor if you feel severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Somaz cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Somaz can cause diarrhea, which may be the sign of a new infection. If you experience diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Somaz and omeprazole same?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Somaz and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitors and treat similar condition.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Somaz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Somaz 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. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.

Question about 5 years ago

How to use Somaz?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Somaz should be taken 1 hour before the meal because the presence of food can affect the absorption of this drug from the stomach and its therapeutic benefit. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may need twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regimen of medicine and follow his/her instruction.