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Gastobid, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Gastobid also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gastobid. 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 Gastobid as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gastobid 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gastobid is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Gastobid related warnings talks about Gastobid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Gastobid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gastobid in conditions like Depression, Heart Failure, Dementia. The section on Gastobid contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Gastobid may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Gastobid, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gastobid is used to treat the following -
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
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Is the use of Gastobid safe for pregnant women?
Gastobid may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Gastobid again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Gastobid safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Gastobid. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Kidneys?
In the absence of any research, there are no known side effects of Gastobid on kidneys.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Liver?
Information about safety of Gastobid for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Gastobid on the Heart?
Side effects of Gastobid rarely affect the heart.
Gastobid 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 Gastobid unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gastobid habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Gastobid has not been reported.
Interaction between Food and Gastobid
Taking Gastobid with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastobid
Taking alcohol with Gastobid can be dangerous.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 117
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 439-440