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Cucid 20mg Tablet

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Cucid 20mg Tablet

Introduction to Cucid 20mg Tablet

Cucid 20mg Tablet is a medication used in the treatment of  Acid reflux), Peptic Ulcers and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (gastric acid hyper secretion).

 

Statistics on acidity and indigestion in India:

In a survey conducted in 2021, around 32% of adults aged between 30 to 44 reported having problems with acidity and indigestion in India. These issues were more prevalent in elderly.

 

HOW RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE WORKS?

Cucid 20mg Tablet contains Omeprazole. It works by blocking proton pumps which is responsible for acid secretion in stomach, thus blocking it leads to decrease in the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in providing relief from indigestion and heartburn.

 

HOW TO USE RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?

  • Follow your doctor's guidance on how much to take and for how long and strictly adhere to it.
  • Ingest the capsule whole; avoid chewing, crushing, or breaking it.
  • It should be taken empty stomach.

 

WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS OF RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?

  • Headaches 
  • Nausea 
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea 
  • Constipation 
  • Stomach pain

 

WHAT ARE THE PRECAUTIONS ABOUT RESTOCID 20MG CAPSULE?

  • Inform your doctor of all the other medicines you are taking, and about the history of all the medical conditions you had.
  • Avoid alcohol consumption, as it can worsen side effects.

Related Faqs

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What should I know before taking Olzole?

You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with Olzole. This medicine should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Olzole to avoid harmful effects on the baby.

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What should I know before taking Biozole?

You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with Biozole. This medicine should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Biozole to avoid harmful effects on the baby.

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Can I take Nocid with domperidone?

There have been no reported clinical cases of harmful effects when taking Nocid alongside domperidone indicating that it is safe to combine these two medications Additionally there is a fixeddose combination available for those who prefer the convenience of taking both medicines together The mechanism of action for these drugs is complementary as domperidone enhances gut motility while Nocid reduces stomach acid production Consequently this combination proves highly effective in addressing various conditions such as reflux esophagitis associated with acidity heartburn and intestinal and stomach ulcers Patients who experience these discomforts can find relief through the concurrent use of Nocid and domperidone It is reassuring that no adverse clinical reactions have been identified thus far making this combination a viable and safe option for those suffering from such ailments

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Does Cucid cause vitamin deficiencies?

Cucid may cause vitamin B12 and vitamin C deficiency. When taken orally, vitamin B12 requires an acidic environment for its absorption from the stomach while Cucid causes a decrease in the gastric acid secretion. You may need to take vitamin B12 supplements along with it. The clinical significance of the decrease in vitamin C levels is not known, so vitamin C supplementation is not recommended.

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Can I take Cucid with domperidone?

Cucid can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone works by increasing the gut motility and Cucid decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.

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What should I know before taking Cucid?

You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with Cucid. This medicine should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking Cucid to avoid harmful effects on the baby.

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Published At: Oct 19, 2023

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