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Peptard It is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Acidity, Heartburn. The alternative uses of Peptard It have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Peptard It depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Peptard It also has some side effects, the most common being Headache, Dizziness, Diarrhoea. Normally, these side effects of Peptard It 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 Peptard It has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Peptard It's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Peptard It is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Peptard It have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Peptard It may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Peptard It is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Peptard It 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Peptard It is used -
Common
Is the use of Peptard It safe for pregnant women?
It is not known what effect Peptard IT will have on pregnant women, because no research work has been carried out on this till date.
Is the use of Peptard It safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Peptard IT for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Peptard It on the Kidneys?
Information about safety of Peptard IT for kidney is not available since scientific research on this topic is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Peptard It on the Liver?
Side effects of Peptard IT on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.
What is the effect of Peptard It on the Heart?
There is no research available on the side effects of Peptard IT on the heart. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Peptard It 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 Peptard It unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Peptard It habit forming or addictive?
Peptard It does not cause addiction.
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 Peptard It can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Peptard It only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Peptard It is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Peptard It
Taking Peptard It with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Peptard It
Information about the interaction of Peptard It and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Peptard IT 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.
Rarely Peptard IT causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.
Yes, Peptard IT 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.
Peptard IT may cause allergy in rare instances. An allergic reaction might lead to swelling of the face, development of a rash, throat tightness and difficulty in breathing. If you develop any of these symptoms, talk to your doctor immediately. He may stop Peptard IT for a while and examine you properly.
Rarely, Peptard IT causes hair loss. This is a reversible side effect of Peptard IT, the problem goes away after discontinuation of this drug. For partial hair loss, you are advised to use hair tonic and discuss with your doctor about a better treatment option for hair loss.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience