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Safediclo is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. The alternative uses of Safediclo have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Safediclo. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Safediclo include Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Safediclo as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Safediclo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Safediclo is Severe for pregnant women and Mild for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Safediclo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions), Stomach Infection, Skin Rash must refrain from the use of Safediclo since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Safediclo are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Safediclo may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Safediclo is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Safediclo is used to treat the following -
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 Safediclo safe for pregnant women?
Safediclo shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Safediclo safe during breastfeeding?
Safediclo has been seen to have minimal side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Safediclo on the Kidneys?
There may be some severe side effects of Safediclo on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.
What is the effect of Safediclo on the Liver?
Safediclo can cause side effects that could harm the liver. So medical advice before taking it is necessary.
What is the effect of Safediclo on the Heart?
The heart can be affected by Safediclo. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart the medicine only after medical advice.
Safediclo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Safediclo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Safediclo habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Safediclo is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Safediclo
Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Safediclo together with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Safediclo
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Safediclo as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Safediclo may cause gas. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you experience excessive gas formation in the stomach after consuming this drug then inform to doctor right away without further delay.
No, Safediclo 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.
Rarely Safediclo 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.
This is because a long-term use of Safediclo 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.
Safediclo 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. Safediclo 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. Safediclo is used to prevent this damage. Safediclo 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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