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Consec, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Consec have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Consec depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Consec as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Consec go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Consec has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Consec related warnings talks about Consec's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Consec contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Consec have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Consec is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Consec 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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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Consec safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Consec in pregnant women.
Is the use of Consec safe during breastfeeding?
Consec is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Consec on the Kidneys?
Consec rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Consec on the Liver?
Side effects of Consec rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Consec on the Heart?
Consec is not harmful for the heart.
Consec should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Consec unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Consec habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Consec has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Consec will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Consec is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Consec is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Consec
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Consec, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Consec
Consumption of alcohol and Consec together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Consec is useful for preventing painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcer. Taking painkillers for a long time may cause stomach pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Please consult your doctor.
Yes, you can take Consec with steroids when prescribed by your doctor. No harmful medicinal interactions are reported between these two medications. However, if you feel any discomfort while taking the two of them together please inform your doctor immediately.
Avoid smoking while you are taking Consec. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Consec is found to be lesser in smokers as compared to non-smokers. Moreover, smoking may increase the acid secretions which can cause stomach problems. Please discuss with your doctor to know more.
No, Consec is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
Consec can be taken at any time of day, but it is best to take this medicine in the morning before breakfast. However, you are recommended to follow your doctor's instructions.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zantac® (ranitidine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650