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Gistress, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Suspension, Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Other than this, Gistress has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Gistress is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Gistress include Constipation. While these are the most often observed Gistress side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Gistress go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Gistress is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Gistress's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gistress related warnings section.
Gistress can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gistress in conditions like Diabetes. Some other conditions that can be affected by Gistress are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Gistress may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Gistress, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Gistress 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 Gistress safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Gistress for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Gistress safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Gistress for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Gistress on the Kidneys?
Gistress rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gistress on the Liver?
Gistress is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gistress on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gistress for the heart.
Gistress 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 Gistress unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gistress habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gistress is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Gistress as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gistress only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gistress in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gistress
It is safe to take Gistress with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gistress
Information about the interaction of Gistress and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Gistress is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as dry mouth, nausea, and vomiting. If you experience any discomfort after taking this medicine then inform your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
No, Gistress does not contain sulfa. It contains sucralfate which is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer.
No, Gistress does not cause weight gain. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing any unusual weight gain after taking this drug then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Yes, Gistress might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.
No, Gistress is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
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; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155