Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

In Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet blocks the action of chemicals in the body that can make you feel or be sick during pregnancy. This medicine helps you cope up with nausea or vomiting that occurs due to hormonal changes during pregnancy and helps you complete the term without much discomfort. It also contains nutritional supplements that improve your baby’s immune system enhance the baby’s brain development and also help reduce nausea and vomiting during pregnancy.

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. Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of nausea or vomiting during pregnancy. It blocks signals to reach the brain that trigger the feeling of nausea and vomiting.Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is taken with or 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 dryness in the mouth constipation and lightheadedness. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. This medicine can also cause dizziness and sleepiness 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.

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. Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

- Alcohol : CAUTION <p> Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.Larger doses or prolonged use of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may cause sleepiness and other effects in the baby | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may decrease alertness affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED <p> Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet 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.

Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Treatment of Nausea and vomiting in pregnancy

Sleepiness | Dizziness | Fatigue | Dryness in mouth | Constipation

CAUTION

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

UNSAFE

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Q. What are the instructions for storage and disposal of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in tightly closed. Store it at as mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets children and other people.| Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?::: No taking a higher than the recommended dose of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet can cause increased side effects. If you are experiencing increased severity of nausea or vomiting which is not relieved by the recommended doses please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.| Q. Can the use of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet cause drowsiness or sleepiness?::: Yes one of the common side effects of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet is drowsiness. Do not drive operate heavy machinery or engage in other activities that need your full attention. Do not drink alcohol or take any medicines that may depress the central nervous system like cough and cold medicines certain pain medicines and medicines that help you sleep while you are taking Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet. Severe drowsiness can happen or it can become worse and cause falls or accidents.| Q. Can the use of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet cause dry mouth?::: Yes the use of Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. Try to avoid foods that are acidic (like lemons) spicy and salty.| Q. Can a pregnant woman take Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet?::: Yes it is safe to take Kepinate 20mg/20mg/5mg Tablet in pregnant women. In fact this medicine is used to treat nausea and vomiting in pregnant women. It is mainly recommended to those women whose symptoms have not improved after changing their diet or using other non-medicine treatments.