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Zaxid Capsule

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Akumentis Healthcare Ltd

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Rabeprazole (NA)

Overview Zaxid Capsule

AcidGard capsules diminish stomach acid production. They treat acid-related stomach and intestinal disorders like gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcers, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, offering symptom relief and aiding healing. Take AcidGard one hour before meals, ideally in the morning, following your doctor's prescribed dosage based on your condition and response. Maintain consistent daily intake even if symptoms subside. Smaller, more frequent meals and avoiding caffeine, spicy foods, and fatty foods may help manage symptoms. Common, usually mild, side effects include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, gas, diarrhea, and abdominal pain; report persistent or bothersome effects to your physician. Prolonged use (over a year), particularly at higher doses, may elevate bone fracture risk. Discuss bone health preservation strategies, such as calcium and vitamin D supplementation, with your doctor. 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 individuals with severe liver disease, those on HIV medications, those with a history of similar medication allergies, or existing osteoporosis. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their doctor. Alcohol should be avoided due to its acid-increasing effect. Refrain from operating machinery if dizziness or drowsiness occurs.

Uses of Zaxid Capsule

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

Major Benefits of Zaxid Capsule:

Follow your physician's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Administer Zaxid Capsule on an empty stomach.

Common Side effects of Zaxid Capsule:

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

How to use Zaxid Capsule:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length for this medication. Zaxid Capsules should be ingested on an empty stomach.

How Zaxid Capsule works:

Gastric acid production is diminished by Zaxid Capsule, a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), thus alleviating heartburn and acid indigestion.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCAUTION

Use of Zaxid Capsule with alcohol requires careful consideration. Physician consultation is recommended.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Zaxid Capsule during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the potential advantages against any possible risks prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice before taking this medication.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Zaxid Capsule while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates a potential for the medication to transfer to breast milk, posing a risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

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

KidneyKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zaxid Capsule poses no safety concerns for patients with renal impairment; no dosage alteration is necessary.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Zaxid capsules pose no safety concerns for patients with hepatic impairment; no dosage modification is necessary.

What if you forget to take Zaxid Capsule :

Should you forget a Zaxid Capsule dose, administer it promptly. Nevertheless, if your next dose is imminent, omit the missed one and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Zaxid Capsule

LabelValue
Chemical Classification Benzimidazole Sulfoxide
Addictive No.
Treatment Category Gastrointestinal System
Actions PPIs (proton pump inhibitors)

FAQs on Zaxid Capsule

Zaxid Capsules treat stomach and intestinal ulcers (gastric and duodenal), reflux esophagitis, and GERD by reducing stomach acid production, thereby alleviating symptoms. They also prevent pain reliever-induced acidity and stress ulcers in critically ill patients, and treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (ZES), a condition involving excessive stomach acid.
Zaxid Capsule begins working within an hour, with peak effectiveness reached within two to four hours. Noticeable improvement is typically felt within two to three days, although complete symptom relief may take up to four weeks.
For optimal results, take Zaxid Capsule an hour before meals. If taking two doses daily, administer one in the morning and one in the evening.
Continue taking Zaxid Capsules until the prescribed course is finished. You may experience improvement before then, but complete the entire treatment.
Prolonged Zaxid Capsule use may result in osteoporosis, a condition characterized by weakened bones. This occurs because Zaxid Capsule reduces calcium absorption, increasing the risk of fractures in the hip, wrist, or spine. To mitigate this risk, ensure sufficient dietary calcium intake or consider supplements as directed by your physician.
Zaxid Capsules, used in conjunction with antibiotics, combat *H. pylori* infection. By reducing stomach acid, they enhance antibiotic efficacy through improved concentration and tissue penetration. The capsules also provide symptomatic relief from related acidity, reflux, and heartburn.
Concurrent use of vitamin D supplements with Zaxid capsules is advisable. Zaxid's prolonged use reduces calcium absorption, potentially causing deficiency and increasing osteoporosis risk (weakened bones, leading to fractures, especially in the hip, wrist, and spine). Consult your physician for preventative strategies.
Taking Zaxid Capsules daily for three months or more may lower 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 Zaxid Capsule as directed by your doctor. While generally safe at the recommended dose and duration, use beyond three months may cause low blood magnesium, potentially leading to fatigue, confusion, dizziness, shakiness, muscle twitching, or irregular heartbeat. Prolonged use exceeding one year increases the risk of bone fractures, stomach infections, subacute cutaneous lupus erythematosus, osteoporosis, and vitamin B12 deficiency.
Zaxid Capsule and alcohol should not be consumed together. While alcohol doesn't directly interfere with Zaxid's function, it can stimulate excess acid production, potentially aggravating your condition.
For optimal absorption, take Zaxid Capsule one hour before meals. While using this medication, minimize consumption of spicy, fatty foods, caffeine (tea, coffee, cola), and alcohol, as these may exacerbate symptoms.
Optimizing your results with Zaxid Capsules involves adopting a healthy lifestyle. Regular exercise and a nutritious diet are recommended. A personalized diet plan from a dietician can be beneficial. To minimize nighttime symptoms, avoid eating within three hours of bedtime. Spicy, fatty foods, caffeine (tea, coffee, cola), alcohol, and tobacco should all be avoided as they may exacerbate your condition.
Yes, antacids can be taken with Zaxid capsules, but allow a 2-hour interval between them.
Zaxid Capsule
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MRP 86
13% off