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Afdazole Benefits & Uses

Afdazole is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Afdazole 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: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Afdazole Related Warnings

Is the use of Afdazole safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can consume [medicine]. Though Afdazole has mild side effects when taken during pregnany

Mild
Is the use of Afdazole safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Afdazole. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Moderate
What is the effect of Afdazole on the Kidneys?

Afdazole rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Afdazole on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Afdazole on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Afdazole on the Heart?

Side effects of Afdazole rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Afdazole with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Methotrexate

Caffeine

Ampicillin

Moderate

Citalopram

Codeine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Atropine

Afdazole Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Bartter's Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Gastric Cancer
Magnesium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Afdazole

Is this Afdazole habit forming or addictive?

Afdazole does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Afdazole, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Afdazole can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Afdazole should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Afdazole cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Afdazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Afdazole

Taking Afdazole with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Afdazole

Taking Afdazole with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Afdazole

Question over 5 years ago

What is Afdazole?

ravi udawat MBBS , General Physician

Afdazole is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Afdazole cause dementia?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Afdazole causes dementia. However, if you experience dementia after taking this medicine then inform to doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Afdazole good for gastritis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , Psychiatry, General Physician, Infectious Disease, Sexology, Internal Medicine, Venereology, Diabetology

Yes, Afdazole is used in the treatment of gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Afdazole with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Afdazole with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Afdazole with paracetamol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, you can take Afdazole with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.