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Zocid Oral Gel is a prescription medicine that is available as a Gel. Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Zocid Oral Gel has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Zocid Oral Gel 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Zocid Oral Gel have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zocid Oral Gel 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.
In addition, Zocid Oral Gel's effect is Mild during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zocid Oral Gel's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zocid Oral Gel contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Zocid Oral Gel with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Zocid Oral Gel, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Zocid Oral Gel 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.
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Is the use of Zocid Oral Gel safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get mild side effects from Zocid.
Is the use of Zocid Oral Gel safe during breastfeeding?
Zocid may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Zocid, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Zocid.
What is the effect of Zocid Oral Gel on the Kidneys?
Zocid rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zocid Oral Gel on the Liver?
Zocid has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Zocid Oral Gel on the Heart?
Zocid is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zocid Oral Gel unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zocid Oral Gel habit forming or addictive?
Zocid Oral Gel is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Zocid Oral Gel you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Zocid Oral Gel is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zocid Oral Gel cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zocid Oral Gel
Taking Zocid Oral Gel with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zocid Oral Gel
Taking alcohol with Zocid Oral Gel can be dangerous.
Zocid should be taken 30 - 60 minute before meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some people may require to take it twice in a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before meal. Please consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Yes, Zocid can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Take Zocid as long as your doctor has recommended you to take it. Do not exceed the prescribed dose. Consult your doctor if there is no symptomatic relief.
Zocid works by blocking the action of proton pump inhibitor which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the production of acid in the stomach it helps to relieve from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problems.
This is because a long-term use of Zocid 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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