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Coloncid is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Coloncid depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Coloncid 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Coloncid safe for pregnant women?
Coloncid can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Coloncid, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Coloncid safe during breastfeeding?
Coloncid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Coloncid on the Kidneys?
Using Coloncid does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Coloncid on the Liver?
Coloncid is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Coloncid on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Coloncid for the heart.
Coloncid should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Coloncid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Coloncid habit forming or addictive?
Coloncid is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Coloncid since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Coloncid is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Coloncid is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Coloncid
It is safe to take Coloncid with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Coloncid
Taking Coloncid with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
This is because a long-term use of Coloncid can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Coloncid is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
Coloncid is a brand name of esomeprazole. It is a prescription medicine that belongs to the class of drug called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It is mainly used for the treatment of NSAIDs associated peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GRED), Zollinger Ellison syndrome and other acidity related stomach problems. It is also used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer and heartburn.
Yes, Coloncid helps to prevent and heal the ulcer. It is the main indication of this drug. However, It is best to consult your doctor to seek the right treatment of ulcer.
Discontinuation of Coloncid on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue/stop medicine on your own. Please inform the doctor before stopping/discontinuing this drug on your own.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Nexium (esomeprazole magnesium)
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 524-526
