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Capocid Benefits & Uses

Capocid is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
GERD

Other Benefits

Capocid 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: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks 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: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Capocid Related Warnings

Is the use of Capocid safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Capocid.

Mild
Is the use of Capocid safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Capocid on the Kidneys?

Capocid may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Capocid on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Capocid on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Capocid on the Heart?

Capocid has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Capocid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Methotrexate

Caffeine

Ampicillin

Moderate

Citalopram

Codeine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Atropine

Capocid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Bartter's Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Gastric Cancer
Magnesium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Capocid

Is this Capocid habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Capocid has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Capocid. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Capocid should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Capocid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Capocid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Capocid

Taking Capocid with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Capocid

Taking alcohol with Capocid can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Capocid

Question about 5 years ago

Does Capocid cause dizziness?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Capocid causes dizziness, if taken for a long time, for example, more than 1 year. If this medicine has been taken for a long time it can lower the magnesium level in the blood, which can cause dizziness. However, do not hesitate to inform your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Capocid with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Capocid with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Capocid good for gastritis?

Dr. Ajay Kumar MBBS, MD , General Physician

Yes, Capocid is used in the treatment of gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Capocid safe?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Capocid is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by your doctor. However, very few side effects are observed such as stomach upset, diarrhea, headache, dizziness, vomiting, and joint pain. If you experience any of the above- mentioned side effects after taking medicine then immediately consult your doctor follow his/her instruction.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Capocid with paracetamol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, you can take Capocid with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.