Monoloc 150 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Monoloc Benefits & Uses

Monoloc is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Monoloc 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: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 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: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 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/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Monoloc Related Warnings

Is the use of Monoloc safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women can take Monoloc safely.

Safe
Is the use of Monoloc safe during breastfeeding?

Monoloc does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Monoloc on the Kidneys?

Monoloc rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Monoloc on the Liver?

Monoloc is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Monoloc on the Heart?

Monoloc is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Monoloc with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Monoloc Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Monoloc

Is this Monoloc habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Monoloc.

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

Monoloc will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Monoloc is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Monoloc is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Monoloc Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Monoloc

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Monoloc and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Monoloc

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Monoloc

Question over 4 years ago

Is Monoloc an antihistaminic drug?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Monoloc is an antihistaminic drug. It works by blocking the histamine receptor further which blocks the action of histamine and hence decreases the acid production in the stomach.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Monoloc cause stomach upset?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Monoloc can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Monoloc an antacid?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Monoloc is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.

Question over 4 years ago

Why Monoloc is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

suppress is because a long-term use of Monoloc can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.