Pepcia is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Pepcia also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Pepcia. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Pepcia also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Pepcia as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Pepcia normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Pepcia's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Pepcia has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Pepcia related warnings section.
Pepcia can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Pepcia in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Pepcia contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Pepcia have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Pepcia, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Pepcia 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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pepcia is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Pepcia safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Pepcia safely.
Is the use of Pepcia safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Pepcia. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Pepcia on the Kidneys?
Pepcia is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Pepcia on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Pepcia on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Pepcia on the Heart?
You can take Pepcia without any fear of damage to the heart.
Pepcia 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 Pepcia unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pepcia habit forming or addictive?
Pepcia does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pepcia, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Pepcia can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Pepcia is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Pepcia for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Pepcia
You can take Pepcia with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pepcia
Consumption of alcohol and Pepcia together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Pepcia is given in combination with itopride. The combination is used for the management of gastro-esophageal reflux disorder (GERD).
This is because a long-term use of Pepcia 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.
Pepcia is available in tablet, capsule and injection form. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor. It can be taken with or without food because food does not affect the absorption of the drug. It should be taken the whole and swallowed with water. It should not be chewed, crushed or split. It should be taken at exactly the same time every day so that there is less chance of missing the dose.
No, Pepcia 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.
Pepcia should be taken for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it or take an extra dose on your own. Always follow the instructions of your doctor completely.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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