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Aldepraz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection, Tablet. Acidity, GERD, Peptic Ulcer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Aldepraz have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Aldepraz. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Aldepraz have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Aldepraz are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Aldepraz has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Aldepraz related warnings talks about Aldepraz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Aldepraz contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Aldepraz have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Aldepraz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Aldepraz 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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Is the use of Aldepraz safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Aldepraz without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Aldepraz safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Aldepraz. Immediately discontinue Aldepraz if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Aldepraz on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Aldepraz on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Aldepraz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Aldepraz on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Aldepraz on the Heart?
Aldepraz is completely safe for the heart.
Aldepraz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Aldepraz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Aldepraz habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Aldepraz is addictive.
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 Aldepraz can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Aldepraz is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Aldepraz for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Aldepraz
It is safe to take Aldepraz with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Aldepraz
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Aldepraz as it can have severe side effects.
No, you can not buy Aldepraz over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking antibiotics without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
Yes, Aldepraz and omeprazole is the same. Both are proton pump inhibitor and used to treat hyperacidity and ulcer.
Aldepraz is not an antacid. It is proton pump inhibitor which reduce the excess acid in the stomach.
Aldepraz should be taken 30 - 60 minute before taking any meal. Preferably it should be taken once a day in the morning before breakfast. However, some patient may require to take it twice a day, in this case, 1 tablet should be taken in the morning and 1 tablet in the evening before the meal as directed by the doctor. You are recommended to consult your doctor regarding the exact dosage regime of medicine and follow his/her instruction.
Avoid taking Aldepraz with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also effects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please seek guidance from your doctor regarding taking these two medicines together.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protonix (pantoprazole sodium)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 653
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