Nexpan Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nexpan Benefits & Uses

Nexpan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Nexpan 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: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Nexpan Related Warnings

Is the use of Nexpan safe for pregnant women?

Nexpan is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Nexpan safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Kidneys?

Nexpan is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Liver?

Nexpan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nexpan on the Heart?

You can take Nexpan without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Nexpan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Nexpan Contraindications

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

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nexpan

Is this Nexpan habit forming or addictive?

Nexpan does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

There are no side effects of Nexpan, so it is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Nexpan for mental disorders.

No

Nexpan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nexpan

It is safe to take Nexpan with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nexpan

Consumption of alcohol and Nexpan together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Nexpan

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nexpan an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Why Nexpan is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Nexpan 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How does Nexpan works?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Nexpan 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 almost 5 years ago

Can I take Nexpan with sucralfate?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Nexpan 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Nexpan cause weight gain?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Rarely Nexpan causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.