Ozopride Information

Ozopride is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Diabetes.

The right dosage of Ozopride 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, Ozopride can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ozopride are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Ozopride has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ozopride's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Heart Disease, Liver Disease, Kidney Disease must refrain from the use of Ozopride since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Ozopride have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ozopride is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Ozopride Benefits & Uses

Ozopride is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Diabetes (Read More - 10 Home Remedies for Diabetes)

Ozopride 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: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Diabetes Type 2 Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Ozopride Related Warnings

Is the use of Ozopride safe for pregnant women?

Ozopride may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ozopride, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Ozopride safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Ozopride for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Ozopride on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Ozopride. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ozopride on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ozopride. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Ozopride on the Heart?

Ozopride may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Ozopride with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Ibuprofen

Captopril

Propranolol

Aspirin

Fluconazole

Ozopride Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Hypoglycemia (Low Blood Sugar)
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Alopecia
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Ozopride

Is this Ozopride habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Ozopride is addictive.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Ozopride since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Ozopride is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Ozopride for mental disorders.

No

Ozopride Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Ozopride

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ozopride, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Ozopride

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

Severe