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Yespenta Information

Yespenta is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer. Yespenta also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Yespenta depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Some other side effects of Yespenta have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Yespenta 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 Yespenta is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Yespenta has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Yespenta related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Yespenta have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Yespenta may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Yespenta, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Yespenta Benefits & Uses
Yespenta Dosage & How to Take
Yespenta Side Effects
Yespenta Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Yespenta with Other Drugs
Yespenta Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Yespenta
Yespenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Yespenta Benefits & Uses

Yespenta is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Yespenta Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 80 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 6 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Yespenta Related Warnings

Is the use of Yespenta safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Yespenta in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Yespenta safe during breastfeeding?

Yespenta may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Yespenta, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Yespenta.

Moderate
What is the effect of Yespenta on the Kidneys?

Yespenta is not harmful for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Yespenta on the Liver?

Yespenta may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Yespenta on the Heart?

Yespenta is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Yespenta with Other Drugs

Yespenta should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Atazanavir

Emtricitabine

Methotrexate

Nelfinavir

Moderate

Yespenta Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Yespenta unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Gastric Cancer
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Osteoporosis
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Yespenta

Is this Yespenta habit forming or addictive?

Yespenta is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Yespenta, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Yespenta can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, the use of Yespenta is considered safe.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Yespenta for mental disorders.

No

Yespenta Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Yespenta

Taking Yespenta with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Yespenta

Taking alcohol with Yespenta can be dangerous.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Yespenta

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Yespenta with sucralfate?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Yespenta can be taken with sucralfate, take it at least 30 minutes before consuming sucralfate. If you experience any unwanted side effects after taking these two medicines at the same time then inform the doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

How to use Yespenta?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yespenta should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.

Question about 5 years ago

Why Yespenta is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Ramraj MBBS , Other

This is because long-term use of Yespenta can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acids which are 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Yespenta on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuation of Yespenta on your own can cause rebound effects. So, it advisable to take this drug as directed by the doctor and do not discontinue medicine on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Yespenta heal ulcer?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Yespenta helps in the preventing and healing the ulcer. It is one of the main uses of this drug. However, your doctor may also suggest other medicines to heal stomach ulcers completely.