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Stelpan is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Stelpan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Stelpan 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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Is the use of Stelpan safe for pregnant women?
Stelpan is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Stelpan safe during breastfeeding?
Stelpan may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Stelpan, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Stelpan.
What is the effect of Stelpan on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Stelpan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Stelpan on the Liver?
Side effects of Stelpan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Stelpan on the Heart?
You can take Stelpan without any fear of damage to the heart.
Stelpan 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 Stelpan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stelpan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Stelpan.
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 Stelpan can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Stelpan is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Stelpan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stelpan
It is safe to take Stelpan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stelpan
Consuming Stelpan with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Stelpan works by blocking the action of the enzyme in the wall of a stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
Rarely Stelpan causes weight gain or loss. However, If you feel your weight is fluctuating after taking this medicine then inform the doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Stelpan can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of a contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor light away without further delay.
Yes, Stelpan can be taken with Zantac. Both medicines work by reducing the acid secretion in the stomach which helps in relieving acidity. No harmful drug interactions have been reported between them. However, please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Avoid taking Stelpan with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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