Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	ICI Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Lafutidine (10mg) + Domperidone (30mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	352

FAQ

What if you forget to take Lafcid D Capsule SR?

If you miss a dose of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg, 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.

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR Reviews

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease by relieving the symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation. It also neutralizes the acid production in the stomach to prevent discomfort.

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg is taken 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 nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, and increased uric acid level in blood. 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 drowsiness, 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 or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR Works

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg is a combination of two medicines: Lafutidine and Domperidone, which relieves symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

How to Use Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR

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. Lafcid D 10mg/30mg is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR

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). Lafcid D 10mg/30mg 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. Lafcid D 10mg/30mg 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 Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR

Peptic ulcer disease
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg Capsule SR Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lafcid D 10mg/30mg.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^CAUTION

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Lafcid D 10mg/30mg is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Lafcid D 10mg/30mg 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.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away.
Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Lafcid D 10mg/30mg as it may irritate your stomach and also cause excessive drowsiness.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon while taking this medicine. These can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
It should be taken before meals as per the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor.
It is a well tolerated and safe medicine with very low incidence of side effects.
Lafcid D 10mg/30mg helps relieve acidity and heartburn.