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Ulcigard Forte, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Ulcigard Forte 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 Ulcigard Forte. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Ulcigard Forte include Dry Mouth, Diarrhoea. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ulcigard Forte as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ulcigard Forte 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Ulcigard Forte is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Ulcigard Forte related warnings talks about Ulcigard Forte's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ulcigard Forte is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ulcigard Forte are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ulcigard Forte may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Ulcigard Forte, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Ulcigard Forte is used to treat the following -
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 |
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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Is the use of Ulcigard Forte safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Ulcigard Forte in pregnant women.
Is the use of Ulcigard Forte safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Ulcigard Forte. If you see any side effects, stop taking Ulcigard Forte immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Ulcigard Forte again, only after your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Ulcigard Forte on the Kidneys?
Ulcigard Forte does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ulcigard Forte on the Liver?
Ulcigard Forte has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ulcigard Forte on the Heart?
Ulcigard Forte is completely safe for the heart.
Ulcigard Forte 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 Ulcigard Forte unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ulcigard Forte habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ulcigard Forte is addictive.
Interaction between Food and Ulcigard Forte
It is safe to take Ulcigard Forte with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ulcigard Forte
Consuming Ulcigard Forte with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Ulcigard Forte should not be discontinued without doctors advice. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
No, Ulcigard Forte does not causes bloating (swollen belly after eating food which might be caused by excessive gas production). It has not been reported by the patients who are taking it. If you are experiencing bloating after taking this medicine, then try eating less spicy and fibre rich food also try to eat food in less quantity at a time. Taking probiotics or digestive enzyme supplements might be helpful in reducing bloating.
Yes, you can take Ulcigard Forte for acidity as it decreases the release of acid in your stomach which is responsible for acidity, burping, and discomfort in your stomach. You are advised to take it before a meal or as prescribed by your doctor.
Ulcigard Forte is a brand name for domperidone. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as antiemetics (dopamine D2-receptor antagonist). It is mainly used for the treatment of nausea, vomiting, bloating and stomach fullness. It is also used to prevent nausea and vomiting caused by certain medication used to treat Parkinson's disease.
Take Ulcigard Forte as directed by your doctor. Do not take this medicine longer than prescribed to avoid unpleasant side effects.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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