Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Globus Remedies Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Domperidone (30mg) + Dexrabeprazole (20mg) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
User Rating | 4.4 |
User Reviews | 346 |
FAQ
Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule Reviews
Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg is taken 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.
Most common side effects are stomach pain, diarrhea, headache, flatulence, dryness in mouth, and weakness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. It may also cause sleepiness and dizziness, 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 taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
How Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule Works
How to Use Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule
Benefits of Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule
- 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). Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg 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.
- 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. Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg 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.
Uses of Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
- Peptic ulcer disease
Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg Capsule Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- You have been prescribed Dexorab-Dsr 30mg/20mg for the treatment of acidity and heartburn.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever or stomach pain that does not go away.
- It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
- 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.
- Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.
References
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