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Drego Tablet

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USV Ltd

Salt Composition

Rabeprazole (20mg)

Overview Drego Tablet

AcidGard tablets diminish stomach acid production. They treat acid-related disorders of the stomach and intestines, including gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, offering symptom relief and facilitating healing. AcidGard should be taken once daily, an hour before a meal, ideally in the morning. Dosage is individualized based on your condition and response. Consistent, daily use as directed by your physician is crucial, even if symptoms subside rapidly. Dietary modifications—smaller, more frequent meals and avoidance of caffeine, spicy foods, and fatty foods—can complement treatment. Common, generally mild side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. Report persistent or bothersome side effects to your doctor. Prolonged use (over a year) may increase fracture risk, particularly at higher doses. Discuss bone health strategies, such as calcium and vitamin D supplementation, with your physician. Low magnesium (hypomagnesemia) can occur after three months or more of use, potentially causing fatigue, confusion, dizziness, muscle spasms, and irregular heartbeat; your doctor may monitor magnesium levels. AcidGard is unsuitable for some individuals. Inform your physician if you have severe liver disease, are on HIV medications, have prior allergic reactions to similar drugs, or have osteoporosis before starting treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should seek medical advice. Avoid alcohol, which stimulates acid production, and refrain from operating machinery if dizziness or drowsiness occurs.

Uses of Drego Tablet

Managing gastroesophageal reflux, peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Major Benefits of Drego Tablet:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Ingest the Drego Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Administer the tablet on an empty stomach.

Common Side effects of Drego Tablet:

  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Flatulence
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Sore throat
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting

How to use Drego Tablet:

Consume this medication precisely as your physician directs, adhering to the prescribed dosage and timeframe. Ingest the Drego Tablet whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or fracturing it. Administer on an empty stomach.

How Drego Tablet works:

Acid reflux and indigestion find relief with Drego Tablet, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) that diminishes stomach acid production.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCAUTION

Exercise caution when using Drego Tablet with alcohol. Physician consultation is recommended.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Drego Tablet during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to the unborn child. A physician will assess the advantages against possible dangers before prescribing. Physician consultation is advised.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Using Drego Tablet while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Preliminary human evidence indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Taking Drego Tablet may cause drowsiness, blurred vision, and dizziness, reducing alertness. Driving should be avoided if these effects are experienced.

KidneyKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drego Tablet poses no known safety concerns for patients with renal impairment; dosage modification is unnecessary.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drego Tablet poses no known safety concerns for patients with hepatic impairment. No alteration of the Drego Tablet dosage is necessary.

What if you forget to take Drego Tablet :

Should you forget to take a Drego Tablet, administer it at your earliest convenience. If, however, your next scheduled dose is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual dosing regimen. Never take a double dose.

Facts to Know About Drego Tablet

LabelValue
Chemical Classification Benzimidazole Sulfoxide
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Gastrointestinal system
Actions Gastric acid suppressants

FAQs on Drego Tablet

Drego Tablet treats stomach and intestinal ulcers (gastric and duodenal), reflux esophagitis, and GERD by reducing stomach acid production, thereby alleviating symptoms. It also prevents pain-reliever-induced acidity and stress ulcers in critically ill patients, and treats Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES), a condition involving excessive stomach acid.
Drego Tablet's effects begin within an hour, peaking at two to four hours. Noticeable improvement is expected within two to three days, though complete symptom relief may take up to four weeks.
Take Drego Tablet before breakfast. If taking two doses, administer one in the morning and one in the evening. For optimal effectiveness, take it an hour before meals.
Continue taking Drego Tablet until the prescribed course is finished, even if you feel better beforehand.
Prolonged Drego Tablet use may cause osteoporosis, characterized by bone thinning. This occurs because the tablet reduces calcium absorption, increasing the risk of fractures in the hip, wrist, or spine. To mitigate this risk, ensure sufficient dietary calcium or take supplements as prescribed by your doctor.
Drego Tablet, used in conjunction with antibiotics, combats *H. pylori* infection. By reducing stomach acid, it enhances antibiotic effectiveness through improved concentration and tissue penetration. It also provides symptomatic relief from related acidity, reflux, and heartburn.
Drego Tablet can be safely combined with vitamin D supplementation. Since long-term Drego use reduces calcium absorption, potentially causing deficiency and increasing osteoporosis risk (weakening bones and raising fracture risk in areas like the hip, wrist, and spine), vitamin D is often recommended. Consult your doctor for personalized prevention strategies.
Prolonged Drego Tablet use (multiple daily doses for 3+ months) may decrease magnesium levels. Regular magnesium level checks are recommended. Report any seizures, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, tremors, muscle weakness, spasms, cramps, or muscle aches to your doctor immediately.
Continue taking Drego Tablet as directed by your doctor. While generally safe at the recommended dose and duration, prolonged use beyond three months may cause low blood magnesium, leading to fatigue, confusion, dizziness, shakiness, muscle twitching, or irregular heartbeat. Use exceeding one year increases the risk of bone fractures, stomach infections, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, osteoporosis, and vitamin B12 deficiency.
Drego Tablet and alcohol should not be consumed together. While alcohol doesn't directly impact Drego Tablet's function, it can heighten acid production, potentially exacerbating your symptoms.
Take Drego Tablet one hour before meals. Avoid spicy, fatty foods, caffeine (tea, coffee, cola), and alcohol, as these may exacerbate your symptoms.
For optimal results with Drego Tablet, incorporate regular exercise and a healthy diet. A personalized dietary plan from your dietician can be beneficial. To minimize nighttime symptoms, eat at least three hours before bed. Avoid spicy, fatty foods, caffeine (tea, coffee, cola), alcohol, and smoking, as these may exacerbate your condition.
Yes, antacids can be taken with Drego Tablet, but allow a 2-hour interval between doses.
Drego Tablet
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MRP 118
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