Loress 10 Mg Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Loress Benefits & Uses

Loress is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Loress 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: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Acidity Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Zollinger Ellison syndrome Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Loress Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Loress is used -

Severe

पेट दर्द
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Joint pain
Loss of appetite
Sore throat

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhoea
पेट की गैस
Infection
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Dry Mouth

Loress Related Warnings

Is the use of Loress safe for pregnant women?

Loress has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Loress safe during breastfeeding?

Loress can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Loress on the Kidneys?

Loress may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Loress on the Liver?

Side effects of Loress rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Loress on the Heart?

Loress may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Loress with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Methotrexate

Caffeine

Ampicillin

Moderate

Citalopram

Codeine

Amphetamine

Amphetamine Tablet

Atropine

Loress Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Heart Disease
Bartter's Syndrome
Cushing's Syndrome
Gastric Cancer
Magnesium Deficiency

Frequently asked Questions about Loress

Is this Loress habit forming or addictive?

Loress is not addictive in nature.

No
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 Loress can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Loress should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Loress is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Loress Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Loress

Taking Loress with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Loress

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Loress as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Loress

Question over 5 years ago

Does Loress cause diarrhea?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Loress can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Loress with ranitidine?

Dr. Tarun kumar MBBS , Other

Yes, you can take Loress with ranitidine, both medicines work to reduce the acid secretion in the stomach and help to relieve from acidity, heartburn, and other stomach problem caused by acid. No, known interactions are seen between them when taking them together. However, it is best to consult a doctor before taking these two medicines at the same time.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Loress is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

This is because a long-term use of Loress 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Loress on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuation of Loress on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Loress with paracetamol?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Yes, you can take Loress with paracetamol. No drug-drug interactions are seen when taking these two medicines together. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction exists between them. If you experience any side effects after consuming these two medicines together, please inform the doctor and follow his/her instructions.