Itoguard Information

Itoguard is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Indigestion. Itoguard also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The right dosage of Itoguard depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Itoguard can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Itoguard 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.

Itoguard's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Itoguard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Itoguard related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Itoguard are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Itoguard may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Itoguard is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Itoguard Benefits & Uses
Itoguard Dosage & How to Take
Itoguard Side Effects
Itoguard Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Itoguard with Other Drugs
Itoguard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Itoguard
Itoguard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Itoguard Benefits & Uses

Itoguard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)

Other Benefits

Itoguard Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Itoguard Related Warnings

Is the use of Itoguard safe for pregnant women?

No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Itoguard in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.

Unknown
Is the use of Itoguard safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Itoguard in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Itoguard is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Itoguard on the Kidneys?

No research work has been carried out till date on effects of Itoguard on kidney. So it is not known whether taking Itoguard will cause side effects on kidney or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Itoguard on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Itoguard on the liver, information on safety of Itoguard for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Itoguard on the Heart?

Side effects of Itoguard on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown

Severe Interaction of Itoguard with Other Drugs

Itoguard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Mild

Atropine

Hyoscine

Cimetidine

Ranitidine

Itoguard Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itoguard unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Itoguard

Is this Itoguard habit forming or addictive?

Itoguard is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Itoguard can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Itoguard should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Itoguard cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Itoguard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Itoguard

Taking Itoguard with some specific foods may delay its effect. Talk to your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Itoguard

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Itoguard and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown