Drego 20 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Drego 20 Mg Tablet Information

Drego 20 Mg Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Acidity are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Drego 20 Mg Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Drego 20 Mg Tablet. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Drego 20 Mg Tablet are Diarrhoea. While these are the most often observed Drego 20 Mg Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Drego 20 Mg Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Drego 20 Mg Tablet's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Drego 20 Mg Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Drego 20 Mg Tablet can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Drego 20 Mg Tablet in conditions like Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Drego 20 Mg Tablet contraindications section.

Additionally, Drego 20 Mg Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Drego 20 Mg Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Drego 20 Mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Drego 20 Mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Other Benefits

GERD
Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)
Zollinger Ellison syndrome
Stomach Gas
Hernia
Stomach Pain (Read More - Home remedies for stomach pain)
Acidity during pregnancy

Drego 20 Mg Tablet 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: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Drego 20 Mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Drego 20 Mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Drego is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Drego 20 Mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Drego. If you see any side effects, stop taking Drego immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Drego again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Drego 20 Mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Drego does not damage the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Drego 20 Mg Tablet on the Liver?

Drego has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Drego 20 Mg Tablet on the Heart?

You can take Drego without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Drego 20 Mg Tablet with Other Drugs

Drego 20 Mg Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Drego 20 Mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Drego 20 Mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Liver Disease
Gastric Cancer
Osteoporosis

Frequently asked Questions about Drego 20 Mg Tablet

Is this Drego 20 Mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Drego 20 Mg Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

After taking Drego 20 Mg Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Drego 20 Mg Tablet is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Drego 20 Mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Drego 20 Mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Drego 20 Mg Tablet

You can take Drego 20 Mg Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Drego 20 Mg Tablet

Taking Drego 20 Mg Tablet with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Drego 20 Mg Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Drego cause diarrhea?

Dr. Saurabh Dhamdhere MBBS , Orthopedics

Yes, Drego use is associated with the development of diarrhea. This might be related to an infection caused by Clostridium difficile. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay. In addition, one must take a lot of electrolytes and fluids for preventing dehydration. Taking an anti-diarrheal medication may also help.

Question over 5 years ago

Why Drego is given along with vitamine B 12?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

This is because a long-term use of Drego 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 over 5 years ago

Is Drego given with domperidone?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Drego is given in combination with domperidone. A fixed-dose combination of [Medicinie] and domperidone is available in the market which is used in the treatment of GERD and other stomach related problems.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Drego an antibiotic?

Dr. Saurabh Shakya MBBS , General Physician

No, Drego is not an antibiotic. It belongs to the group of medications called proton pump inhibitor which blocks the excessive acid secretion in the stomach while antibiotics are the medicine that prevents and treats the infection caused by bacteria.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Drego cause stomach cancer?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Rarely Drego causes stomach cancer. There has been no direct relationship to establish the fact. However, stomach cancer and other cancers may develop because of recurring acid reflux for a long time for example 7 - 8 years or more. If you feel any symptoms associated with cancer such as consistent low-grade fever, weight loss due to unexplained reasons, and pain in the abdomen, do not hesitate to get it diagnosed by a physician.