Alzide 10mg Tablet

Alzide 10mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and constipation. It helps to increase gastric emptying of both liquids and solids.

Alzide 10mg Tablet is taken before meals or at bedtime 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.The most common side effects are headache and nausea. 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 diarrhea, so its better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. It may cause also 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.Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have heart disease, drink a lot of alcohol or have liver, or heart problems.

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Constipation

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. Alzide 10mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Alzide 10mg Tablet indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.

If you miss a dose of Alzide 10mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

It is usually taken around 15 minutes before food or bedtime.

Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.

Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Alzide 10mg Tablet can cause dizziness and sleepiness.

It may cause diarrhea. Drink plenty of fluids to avoid dehydration while taking this medicine.

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine because it can make drowsiness worse.

Q. Why is Alzide 10mg Tablet banned?

This medicine is banned for sale because it may cause serious irregular heartbeats, which can lead to death.

Q. What was Alzide 10mg Tablet used for?

Before getting banned, this medicine was used to treat heartburn in patients with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

Q. What is gastroesophageal reflux disease or GERD?

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a condition in which the stomach’s contents sometimes flow backward, up into the esophagus (the tube that carries food from your throat into your stomach). As a result, you may experience a burning sensation in your chest, pain in your chest, trouble swallowing, or a sore throat.

In Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition which is like having heartburn consistently rather than just occasionally. It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into your oesophagus and mouth. Alzide 10mg 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 Constipation

Alzide 10mg Tablet helps to stimulate bowel movements. It increases the movement of the intestines, this helps empty your bowels and relieve constipation. This also relieves the pain and discomfort caused due to constipation and improves your quality of life. Eat more high-fiber foods including fruit and vegetables and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation from happening.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

Diarrhea

Nausea

Headache

Alcohol:UNSAFE

Alzide 10mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alzide 10mg 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 Alzide 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:SAFE

Alzide 10mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:UNSAFE

Alzide 10mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Alzide 10mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Alzide 10mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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