Aztec Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Aztec Injection Benefits & Uses

Aztec Injection 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)
Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

Aztec Injection 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
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 2 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 8 hourly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Aztec Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Aztec Injection safe for pregnant women?

Aztec is safe to take during pregnancy.

Safe
Is the use of Aztec Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Aztec does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Aztec Injection on the Kidneys?

Aztec rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Aztec Injection on the Liver?

Aztec is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Aztec Injection on the Heart?

Using Aztec does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Aztec Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Gefitinib

Mild

Paracetamol

Aztec Injection Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies

Frequently asked Questions about Aztec Injection

Is this Aztec Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Aztec Injection has not been reported.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Aztec Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Aztec Injection does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Aztec Injection for mental disorders.

No

Aztec Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Aztec Injection

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Aztec Injection with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Aztec Injection

Consumption of alcohol and Aztec Injection together may have severe effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Aztec Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Is Aztec useful in the prevention of painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcers?

Dr. Piyush Malav MBBS, MS , General Surgery

Yes, Aztec is useful for preventing painkiller (NSAID) induced gastric ulcer. Taking painkillers for a long time may cause stomach pain, weight loss, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting. Please consult your doctor.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Aztec an antacid?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

No, Aztec is not an antacid. It belongs to the group of medicine called H2- receptor blocker which blocks excess acid secretion in the stomach while antacid only neutralizes the stomach acid by coating the stomach.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I smoke while taking Aztec?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Avoid smoking while you are taking Aztec. As per clinical studies, the effectiveness of Aztec is found to be lesser in smokers as compared to non-smokers. Moreover, smoking may increase the acid secretions which can cause stomach problems. Please discuss with your doctor to know more.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Aztec?

Dr. Om Shah MBBS , General Physician

Take Aztec as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Aztec increase uric acid levels and cause gout-like symptoms?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Aztec is found to increase the uric acid level in blood and cause the gout-like symptom such as pain in the joint, redness, and inflammation of joint. Regular uric acid level monitoring is needed if you are taking this medicine for the longest time.