Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Tinidazole (500mg) + Clarithromycin (250mg) + Lansoprazole (30mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	739

FAQ

What if I don't get better after using Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit?

Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit and for at least 3 days after stopping it. Drinking alcohol while taking this medicine may cause an unpleasant reaction (Disulfiram-like reaction) with symptoms of stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, flushing or redness of the face.

Can I stop taking Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can the use of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit can cause diarrhea. In case of diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration, like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting a doctor.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit?

Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

What if you forget to take Heligo Kit?

If you miss a dose of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit, 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.

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit Reviews

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is a combination medicine used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease by relieving the symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, and irritation. It also reduces the acid production in the stomach to prevent discomfort.

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit 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.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, tiredness, headache, dryness in the mouth, and metallic taste. 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. This medicine can 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 kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit Works

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is a combination of three medicines: Tinidazole, Clarithromycin and Lansoprazole.

How to Use Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit

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). Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit 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 Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Uses of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit

Peptic ulcer disease

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit 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

Do not take Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines.
It may take 2 to 8 weeks before you receive the full benefit of taking this medicine.
Do not take other indigestion remedies (antacids) without consulting your doctor.
Avoid smoking as it increases the risk of peptic ulcers and delays healing.
Heligo 500 mg/250 mg/30 mg Kit is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease.