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Gastrazole D is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Secondary and off-label uses of Gastrazole D have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gastrazole D depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Gastrazole D include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Gastrazole D have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gastrazole D are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Gastrazole D's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gastrazole D related warnings talks about Gastrazole D's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Gastrazole D since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gastrazole D have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Gastrazole D may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Gastrazole D, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gastrazole D is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gastrazole D is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gastrazole D safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Gastrazole D without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Gastrazole D safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Gastrazole D. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Gastrazole D on the Kidneys?
Gastrazole D does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gastrazole D on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Gastrazole D on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Gastrazole D on the Heart?
Gastrazole D is not harmful for the heart.
Gastrazole D should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gastrazole D unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gastrazole D habit forming or addictive?
Gastrazole D is not addictive in nature.
Interaction between Food and Gastrazole D
It is safe to take Gastrazole D with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastrazole D
Taking Gastrazole D with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Ideally, Gastrazole D should be taken by mouth once daily but it can be taken twice in some cases depending on the severity of symptoms or as advised by your doctor. It should be taken before 30 minutes of eating food to prevent acidity and heartburn. Precautions must be taken in patients with hypersensitivity and improper liver function.
Yes, Gastrazole D has been reported to cause rashes or itching but this occurs in a few cases only. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience excessive itching then consult it with your doctor immediately.
Yes, Gastrazole D is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as a headache, itching, and rash. If you experience above-mentioned side effects after taking this medicine then do not hesitate to inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Take Gastrazole D as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
No, Gastrazole D should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Aciphex® (rabeprazole sodium)
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April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1077-1078