Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets Description
Ulcigard Forte Tablet is a medication used to treat Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), managing symptoms of acidity like heartburn, stomach pain, and irritation. It contains rabeprazole and domp
eridone as its active ingredients. This medication works by neutralizing excess stomach acid and facilitating gas passage, thereby reducing discomfort. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by your doctor, in the recommended dosage and for the advised duration. It is best taken at least 30 minutes before a meal, preferably breakfast. Do not skip doses or take it more frequently than directed. Common side effects may include diarrhea, stomach pain, dry mouth, headache, flatulence, and weakness. These side effects are generally mild and temporary, but if they persist, it's important to consult your doctor. Before starting Ulcigard Forte Tablet, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, breastfeeding, or taking any other medications or supplements. Additionally, inform your doctor about any existing health conditions you may have.
Product Summary
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Contains | Domperidone(10.0 Mg) + Rabeprazole(20.0 Mg) |
Uses | Acidity, heartburn, gastrointestinal reflux disease |
Side effects | Vomiting, stomach pain, diarrhoea, constipation |
Therapy | ANTACID AND ANTI-EMETIC |
Uses of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Ulcigard Forte Tablet is used in treating gastrointestinal reflux disease. This condition leads to acid regurgitating from the stomach into the food pipe, causing heartburn, chest discomfort and acidity....
Contraindications of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Side effects of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Skin rash
- Cough
- Dry mouth
- Sleeplessness
Precautions and Warnings of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver and kidney disease.
- You have a stomach tumour or cancer.
- You experience any blood disorders.
- You are taking medicines to treat HIV such as atazanavir, or any other medicine.
- You have heart problems and associated symptoms like palpitations, difficulty in breathing, unconsciousness.
- You develop electrolyte imbalance.
- You are on this medicine for more than three months. Your blood magnesium levels may drop. Your doctor may perform regular tests for the same.
- You develop skin lesions especially in the sun-exposed area after taking this medicine.
- You have low levels of vitamin B12. This medicine is known to reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 after long term use.
- Taking Ulcigard Forte Tablet for more than one year may increase the chances of developing bone fractures.
- Low levels of vitamin D and calcium can result in increased risk of osteoporosis.
Mode of Action of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Ulcigard Forte Tablet works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
- Medicine used to treat heart failure like digoxin may lead to toxicity when taken with this medicine.
- If you are taking blood thinning medicine such as warfarin, caution is needed as there are chances of increased bleeding.
Storage and disposal of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Dosage of Ulcigard Forte Strip Of 10 Tablets
Overdose
- Symptoms of an overdose of Ulcigard Forte Tablet include confusion, anxiety, fits, altered consciousness, sleepiness, tremors, slurred speech and feeling anxious. If you have taken too much of this medicine, then contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital....
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: For how many days should Ulcigard Forte Tablet be taken?
Q: Should Ulcigard Forte Tablet be taken before or after food?
Q: Is Ulcigard Forte Tablet an antibiotic?
References
- RABICIP D Capsules [Internet]. CiplaMed. 2024 [cited 30 September 2024]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2024 [cited 30 September 2024]
- Domperidone Tablets - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 30 September 2024]
- Domperidone Tablets - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2024 [cited 30 September 2024]
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