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Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Other than this, Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Zegerd has mild side effects when taken during pregnany
Is the use of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Zegerd. Immediately discontinue Zegerd 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 Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension on the Kidneys?
Zegerd rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension on the Liver?
Zegerd is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension on the Heart?
Side effects of Zegerd rarely affect the heart.
Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension 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 Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension
It is safe to take Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension
Taking Zegerd 20 Mg Oral Suspension with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
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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
