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Itomis Plus is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, Heartburn. Itomis Plus also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Itomis Plus is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
The most common side effects of Itomis Plus are Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Usually, these side effects of Itomis Plus go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Itomis Plus's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Itomis Plus's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Itomis Plus can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Itomis Plus in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other contraindications of Itomis Plus have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Itomis Plus may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Itomis Plus, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Itomis Plus 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
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Is the use of Itomis Plus safe for pregnant women?
The effects of Itomis Plus on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Itomis Plus safe during breastfeeding?
No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Itomis Plus on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Itomis Plus will cause side effects or not.
What is the effect of Itomis Plus on the Kidneys?
There is no research available on the side effects of Itomis Plus on kidney. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Itomis Plus on the Liver?
There is no research available on the side effects of Itomis Plus on the liver. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Itomis Plus on the Heart?
Side effects of Itomis Plus on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
Itomis Plus 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 Itomis Plus unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itomis Plus habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Itomis Plus is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Itomis Plus. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Itomis Plus is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Itomis Plus in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Itomis Plus
Taking Itomis Plus with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itomis Plus
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Itomis Plus and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Itomis Plus is a brand name for rabeprazole. It belongs to a class of medications known as proton pump inhibitors. It is available in the form of a tablet, capsule, and injection. Itomis Plus is used to alleviate the symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD). GERD is a condition in which acid back-flows from the stomach to the esophagus (the tube which connects the stomach with throat) causing heartburn and injury to the esophagus. Itomis Plus is used to prevent this damage. Itomis Plus is also used to treat conditions like Zollinger Ellison syndrome (excessive acid is produced by the stomach). It is used for the treatment of ulcers (sores in the lining of stomach and intestine) and also used in combination with other antibiotics (such as amoxicillin and clarithromycin) to manage H.pylori infection.
No, Itomis Plus is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.
Yes, Itomis Plus use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.
Yes, Itomis Plus might lead to low magnesium levels in persons who take it for at least 3 months. Magnesium helps in absorption of vitamin D and calcium, low level of magnesium will affect the absorption of Vit. D and calcium lead to decrease bone density and increases the risk of bone fracture. Low-level magnesium can be managed by taking a dietary supplement which is rich in magnesium.
No, Itomis Plus 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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