Helkoss 25 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Helkoss 25 Injection Information

Helkoss 25 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Helkoss 25 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Helkoss 25 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Helkoss 25 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Helkoss 25 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Helkoss 25 Injection's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Helkoss 25 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Helkoss 25 Injection related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Helkoss 25 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Helkoss 25 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Helkoss 25 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Helkoss Benefits & Uses
Helkoss Dosage & How to Take
Helkoss Side Effects
Helkoss Related Warnings
Helkoss Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Helkoss
Helkoss Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Helkoss 25 Injection Benefits & Uses

Helkoss 25 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Helkoss 25 Injection 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Helkoss 25 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Helkoss 25 Injection safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Helkoss in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Helkoss 25 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Helkoss is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Helkoss 25 Injection on the Kidneys?

Helkoss rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Helkoss 25 Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Helkoss on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Helkoss 25 Injection on the Heart?

Helkoss is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Helkoss 25 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Helkoss 25 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Helkoss 25 Injection

Is this Helkoss 25 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Helkoss 25 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Helkoss 25 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Helkoss 25 Injection is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Helkoss 25 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Helkoss 25 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Helkoss 25 Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Helkoss 25 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Helkoss 25 Injection

Taking alcohol with Helkoss 25 Injection can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Helkoss 25 Injection

Question over 4 years ago

Does Helkoss increase uric acid levels and cause gout-like symptoms?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Helkoss is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Helkoss an antihistaminic drug?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Helkoss 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

Can I take Helkoss with omeprazole?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Helkoss can be taken with omeprazole when prescribed by a doctor. Both the medicines work towards reducing stomach acid production. The doctor usually prescribes the two of them together when the symptoms of acidity get severe. However, do not take them together by yourself without consulting a doctor.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Helkoss 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, Helkoss 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 about 5 years ago

Is Helkoss safe?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Helkoss is safe to use, if taken in the prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, headache, difficulty in breathing, and constipation.