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Gistress Suspension is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Suspension. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Secondary and off-label uses of Gistress Suspension have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Gistress Suspension depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Gistress Suspension also has some side effects, the most common being Constipation. Some other side effects of Gistress Suspension have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gistress Suspension are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Gistress Suspension's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, Gistress Suspension's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gistress Suspension related warnings section.
Gistress Suspension can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gistress Suspension in conditions like Diabetes. The section on Gistress Suspension contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Gistress Suspension may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Gistress Suspension is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Gistress Suspension 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gistress Suspension is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Gistress Suspension 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 Suspension 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 Suspension on the Kidneys?
Gistress rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Gistress Suspension on the Liver?
Gistress is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Gistress Suspension on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Gistress for the heart.
Gistress Suspension 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 Suspension unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gistress Suspension habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Gistress Suspension 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 Suspension as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Gistress Suspension only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Gistress Suspension in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Gistress Suspension
It is safe to take Gistress Suspension with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gistress Suspension
Information about the interaction of Gistress Suspension and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, you can take Gistress and pantoprazole together because no harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take pantoprazole 30 minutes before taking Gistress.
Usually, Gistress is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Gistress as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.
Yes, Gistress might help with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) but there is insufficient scientific data available for its use in IBS. Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to not take it by yourself.
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.
No, Gistress does not case black stools. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing black stools after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience