Acipant 40 Tablet

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Acipant 40 Tablet

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Acipant Information

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

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Acipant. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Acipant have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Acipant go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acipant is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Acipant's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Acipant have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Acipant may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Acipant, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Acipant Benefits & Uses

Acipant is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Acipant 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: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 8 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Acidity
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)
  • Disease: Acidity
  • Before or After Meal: Before meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 7 days
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Acipant Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Acipant safe for pregnant women?


    There are no side effects of Acipant in pregnant women.

    Safe
  • Is the use of Acipant safe during breastfeeding?


    Acipant 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.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Acipant on the Kidneys?


    Acipant is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Acipant on the Liver?


    Acipant is rarely harmful for the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Acipant on the Heart?


    Acipant is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Acipant with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Acipant Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Acipant

  • Is this Acipant habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Acipant.

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


    After taking Acipant, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Acipant can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    There are no side effects of Acipant, so it is safe for use.

    Safe
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    Acipant is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Acipant Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Acipant


    Taking Acipant with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Acipant


    Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Acipant as it can have severe side effects.

    Severe


Frequently asked Questions about Acipant

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Acipant without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Acipant 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Acipant on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuation of Acipant 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. 

Question about 5 years ago

Does Acipant cause bloating?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Acipant 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Acipant an antacid?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Acipant is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acipant cause stomach upset?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Acipant can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform and consult your doctor if you are having severe stomach upset after taking this medicine.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 984-986

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