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Acera It is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Heartburn. Acera It also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Acera It depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Acera It include Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. These side effects of Acera It are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acera It is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acera It's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acera It related warnings section.
Acera It can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Acera It in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Some other conditions that can be affected by Acera It are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Acera It may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acera It is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Acera It is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Is the use of Acera It safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Acera IT in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Acera It safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Acera IT for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Acera It on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Acera IT on kidney, information on safety of Acera IT for kidney is unavailable.
What is the effect of Acera It on the Liver?
Information about safety of Acera IT for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Acera It on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Acera IT on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Acera It 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 Acera It unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acera It habit forming or addictive?
Acera It does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acera It you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Acera It only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Acera It in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Acera It
Taking Acera It with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acera It
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acera It with alcohol will be.
No, Acera IT does not cause kidney damage at recommended doses. However, in case of long-term use of Acera IT along with improper kidney function, might cause kidney damage. If you experience discoloration of urine ( symptoms of kidney damage) then immediately inform to doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Acera IT 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.
Acera IT should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
Yes, Acera IT might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
Yes, Acera IT 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.
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