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

Drego Information

Drego is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity. The alternative uses of Drego have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Drego depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Drego also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Some other side effects of Drego have been listed ahead. These side effects of Drego are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Drego has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Drego's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Drego related warnings section.

Drego can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Drego in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). The section on Drego contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Drego with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Drego is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Drego Benefits & Uses

Drego is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Other Benefits

GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Hernia
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Acidity during pregnancy

Drego 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: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Drego Related Warnings

Is the use of Drego safe for pregnant women?

Drego is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Drego safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Drego. If you see any side effects, stop taking Drego immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Drego again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drego on the Kidneys?

Drego does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Drego on the Liver?

Drego has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Drego on the Heart?

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

Safe

Severe Interaction of Drego with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Drego Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Drego

Is this Drego habit forming or addictive?

Drego is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Drego is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Drego is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Drego Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drego

You can take Drego with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Drego

Taking Drego with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Drego

Question over 5 years ago

Does Drego cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Drego use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Drego is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

This is because a long-term use of Drego can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is 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 over 5 years ago

Is Drego given with domperidone?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drego is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Drego an antibiotic?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Drego is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Drego cause stomach cancer?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely Drego causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.