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Acipan 20 Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Acipan 20 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Acipan 20 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acipan 20 Tablet as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Acipan 20 Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acipan 20 Tablet is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Acipan 20 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acipan 20 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acipan 20 Tablet contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Acipan 20 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acipan 20 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Acipan 20 Tablet 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Is the use of Acipan 20 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Acipan in pregnant women.
Is the use of Acipan 20 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Acipan can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Acipan 20 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Acipan is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Acipan 20 Tablet on the Liver?
Acipan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Acipan 20 Tablet on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Acipan for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acipan 20 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acipan 20 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Acipan 20 Tablet is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acipan 20 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Acipan 20 Tablet, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Acipan 20 Tablet is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acipan 20 Tablet
It is safe to take Acipan 20 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acipan 20 Tablet
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Acipan 20 Tablet as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Acipan helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.
Acipan is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Discontinuation of Acipan on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.
Yes, Acipan causes bloating. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience unpleasant effects after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
Acipan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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