Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet

Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, headache, flatulence, weakness, and increased saliva production. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Peptic ulcer disease

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Rabeprazole and Itopride. Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. Itopride is a prokinetic which works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.

If you miss a dose of Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

You have been prescribed Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet for the treatment of acidity and heartburn.

Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.

It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.

Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.

Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking it for 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problem that needs attention.

Long-term use can cause weak bones and deficiency of minerals such as magnesium. Take adequate dietary intake of calcium and magnesium or their supplements as prescribed by your doctor.

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In Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition in which there is an excess production of acid in the stomach. Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux. You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.

In Peptic ulcer disease

Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.show moreshow less

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Increased saliva production

Flu-like symptoms

Weakness

Flatulence

Dizziness

Headache

Constipation

Diarrhea

Stomach pain

Alcohol:CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:UNSAFE

Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Acera IT 20 mg/150 mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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