Left DSR Capsule

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Olcare Laboratories
Active Ingredient	Lafutidine (10mg) + Domperidone (30mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	461

FAQ

What if you forget to take Left D Capsule SR?

If you miss a dose of Left, 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.

Left DSR Capsule Reviews

Left 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.

Left 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 Left DSR Capsule Works

Left is a combination of two medicines: Lafutidine and Domperidone, which relieves symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).

How to Use Left DSR Capsule

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. Left is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Left DSR 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). Left 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. Left 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 Left DSR Capsule

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Peptic ulcer disease

Left DSR Capsule Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Left should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Left may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Left.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Left 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.

Liver ^CAUTION

Left should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Left may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Left is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Left during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Left may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Quick Tips

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