Loress 20 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD. Other than this, Loress 20 Mg Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Loress 20 Mg Capsule. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Loress 20 Mg Capsule have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Loress 20 Mg Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Loress 20 Mg Capsule is Mild for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Loress 20 Mg Capsule related warnings talks about Loress 20 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
The section on Loress 20 Mg Capsule contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Loress 20 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Loress 20 Mg Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Loress 20 Mg Capsule 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 Loress 20 Mg Capsule is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Loress 20 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Loress has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Loress 20 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Loress can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Loress 20 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Loress may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loress 20 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Side effects of Loress rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Loress 20 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Loress may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loress 20 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loress 20 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Loress 20 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.
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 Loress 20 Mg Capsule can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Loress 20 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Loress 20 Mg Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Loress 20 Mg Capsule
Taking Loress 20 Mg Capsule with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loress 20 Mg Capsule
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Loress 20 Mg Capsule as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Loress can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.
Yes, you can take Loress with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.
This is because a long-term use of Loress can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Discontinuation of Loress on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
Yes, you can take Loress with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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