EKZOLE D 40 SR
Description
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR is a prescription medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) and indigestion by relieving the symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation. It also neutralizes the acid in the stomach and promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR 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 diarrhea, flatulence, stomach pain, dryness in mouth, and headache. 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.
USES OF EKZOLE D CAPSULE SR
- Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
- Functional dyspepsia
HOW TO USE EKZOLE D 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. Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR is to be taken empty stomach.
HOW EKZOLE D CAPSULE SR WORKS
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR is a combination of two medicines: Domperidone and Esomeprazole. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing the food to move more easily through the stomach. Esomeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
SIDE EFFECTS OF EKZOLE D CAPSULE SR
- Diarrhea
- Flatulence
- Stomach pain
- Dryness in mouth
- Headache
SAFETY ADVICE
- Alcohol CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR. Please consult your doctor.
- Pregnancy CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR 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.
- Breastfeeding SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR. Please consult your doctor.
- Driving UNSAFE
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
- Kidney CAUTION
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sompraz D 40 Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
- Liver CAUTION
Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Use of Ekzole D 40 Capsule SR is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.