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Ecopan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Ecopan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Ecopan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Ecopan are Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ecopan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Ecopan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Ecopan's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Ecopan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Ecopan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Ecopan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Ecopan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Ecopan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Ecopan 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 Ecopan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Ecopan without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Ecopan safe during breastfeeding?
Ecopan 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.
What is the effect of Ecopan on the Kidneys?
Ecopan is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecopan on the Liver?
Ecopan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ecopan on the Heart?
Ecopan is completely safe for the heart.
Ecopan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecopan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecopan habit forming or addictive?
Ecopan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ecopan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecopan is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Ecopan in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Ecopan
Taking Ecopan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecopan
Taking Ecopan with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Ecopan is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.
Rarely Ecopan causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Rarely, Ecopan causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Ecopan, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
Yes, Ecopan is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
No, Ecopan 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.
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