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

Jopan Benefits & Uses

Jopan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Jopan 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: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days 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: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Jopan Related Warnings

Is the use of Jopan safe for pregnant women?

Jopan is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Jopan safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Jopan on the Kidneys?

Jopan is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Jopan on the Liver?

Jopan is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Jopan on the Heart?

Jopan is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Jopan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Jopan Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Jopan

Is this Jopan habit forming or addictive?

Jopan is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Jopan as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Jopan is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Jopan is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Jopan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Jopan

Taking Jopan with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Jopan

Taking alcohol with Jopan can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Jopan

Question over 4 years ago

Is Jopan over the counter drug?

Dr. Saikat Mukherjee MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Jopan over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Jopan with sucralfate?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Jopan can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Jopan an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Jopan is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Jopan works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Jopan works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.

Question over 4 years ago

Why Jopan is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Jopan can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are 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.