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Peptac 150 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, Heartburn. Secondary and off-label uses of Peptac 150 Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Peptac 150 Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Peptac 150 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Peptac 150 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Peptac 150 Tablet has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Peptac 150 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Peptac 150 Tablet related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Peptac 150 Tablet contraindications section.
Additionally, Peptac 150 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Peptac 150 Tablet is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Peptac 150 Tablet 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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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Peptac 150 Tablet is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Peptac 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Peptac in pregnant women.
Is the use of Peptac 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Peptac is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Peptac 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Peptac has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Peptac 150 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Peptac rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Peptac 150 Tablet on the Heart?
Peptac is completely safe for the heart.
Peptac 150 Tablet 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 Peptac 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Peptac 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Peptac 150 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Peptac 150 Tablet does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Peptac 150 Tablet is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Peptac 150 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Peptac 150 Tablet
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Peptac 150 Tablet, due to a lack of research on this.
Interaction between Alcohol and Peptac 150 Tablet
Taking Peptac 150 Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
Yes, Peptac is used to treat gastritis. It helps by preventing the excess acid secretion in the stomach and additionally relieving the symptoms of gastritis such as stomach pain, stomach inflammation, and acid reflux.
Peptac is not directly used for treating irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). It is given if acid secretion increases due to IBS. IBS is managed by a combination of drug therapy like antispasmodic ( to relieve stomach pain), laxatives ( to relieve constipation), and antimotility drugs ( to relieve diarrhea).
No, Peptac is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.
Avoid smoking while you are taking Peptac. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Peptac is found to be lesser in smokers as compared to non-smokers. Moreover, smoking may increase the acid secretions which can cause stomach problems. Please discuss with your doctor to know more.
Yes, Peptac is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zantac® (ranitidine hydrochloride)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 650
