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

Api Information

Api is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity. Api also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Api 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Common side effects of Api include Diarrhoea. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Api can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Api 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.

It is also important to note that Api has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Api's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Api since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Api contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Api may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Api is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Api Benefits & Uses

Api 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

Api 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

Api Related Warnings

Is the use of Api safe for pregnant women?

Api is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Api safe during breastfeeding?

Api may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Api, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Api.

Moderate
What is the effect of Api on the Kidneys?

Api is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Api on the Liver?

Api is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Api on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Api for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Api with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Api Contraindications

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

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Api

Is this Api habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Api.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Api can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Api is safe as it does not bear any side effects.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Api is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Api Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Api

You can take Api with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Api

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

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Api

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Api safe to use?

Dr. Bharat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Api is safe to take as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. However, in some people, it may produce some side effects like a headache, diarrhea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, sore throat and gas. If you suffer from any side effects, please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Api?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Api is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Api given with itopride?

Dr. Faisal Mukhtar MBBS, PG Dip, DNB , Ophthalmology

Yes, Api is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).

Question over 5 years ago

Does Api cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Vinod Verma MBBS , Diabetology

No, Api doesn't cause high blood pressure. High blood pressure can be managed by losing some amount of weight, doing some kind of physical activity on a daily basis, eating a healthy diet, reducing sodium in the diet, limiting the amount of alcohol and caffeine, quitting smoking, and taking less stress. If your blood pressure doesn't get controlled, your doctor might start you on a hypertensive drug ( amlodipine, telmisartan etc). Please follow the instructions of your doctor completely.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Api cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Api 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.