L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Ind Swift Laboratories Ltd
Active Ingredient Tinidazole (500mg) + Clarithromycin (250mg) + Lansoprazole (30mg)
Storage Store below 30°C
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating5.0
User Reviews446

FAQ

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Can I stop taking L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
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Can the use of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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.
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What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap?
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.
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Can I drink alcohol while taking L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap?
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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.
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What if I don't get better after using L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap?
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.
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What if you forget to take L.T.C. Tabcap?
If you miss a dose of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap, 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.
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L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap Reviews

L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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.

L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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 L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap Works

L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap is a combination of three medicines: Tinidazole, Clarithromycin and Lansoprazole.

How to Use L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap

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. L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap

  • 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). L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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 L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Uses of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap

  • Peptic ulcer disease

L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Liver  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Driving  UNSAFE
L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.
Alcohol  CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy  CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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.
Kidney  CAUTION
L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Quick Tips

  • Avoid smoking as it increases the risk of peptic ulcers and delays healing.
  • Do not take other indigestion remedies (antacids) without consulting your doctor. 
  • Do not take L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap 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.
  • L.T.C. 500mg/250mg/30mg Tabcap is used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease.

References

  1. Lansoprazole. Deerfield, Illinois: Takeda Pharmaceuticals; 1995 [revised Sep. 2012].
  2. MedIndia. Clarithromycin.
  3. Clarithromycin. Birzebbugia, Malta: APL Swift Services (Malta) Limited; 2018.

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