Mopid Information

Mopid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of GERD. Mopid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Mopid depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Mopid also has some side effects, the most common being Insomnia. Some other side effects of Mopid have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Mopid 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.

Mopid's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Mopid has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mopid related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mopid contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Mopid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mopid is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Mopid Benefits & Uses

Mopid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

GERD

Other Benefits

Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Heartburn

Mopid 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: Indigestion Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Indigestion Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Mopid Related Warnings

Is the use of Mopid safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Mopid for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.

Unknown
Is the use of Mopid safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Mopid in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mopid on the Kidneys?

Mopid has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mopid on the Liver?

Mopid is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mopid on the Heart?

There is no research available on the side effects of Mopid on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Mopid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Erythromycin

Quinine

Mopid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Mopid

Is this Mopid habit forming or addictive?

Mopid is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Mopid you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Mopid only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Mopid for mental disorders.

No

Mopid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mopid

Taking Mopid with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mopid

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mopid with alcohol will be.

Unknown