Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)|Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease

In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) GERD is a chronic (long-term) condition that is like having heartburn consistently rather than just occasionally. It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into your esophagus and mouth. Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors. It 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.\u003cbr>\u003cbr>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.

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. Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach. It is used for treating acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as acid reflux peptic ulcer disease and some other stomach conditions associated with excessive acid production.Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is also used to prevent stomach ulcers and acidity that may be seen with the prolonged use of painkillers. It belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). This medicine should be taken one hour before a meal preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly. You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee) and spicy or fatty foods.The most common side effects observed with this medicine include nausea headache flatulence abdominal pain constipation and diarrhea. These symptoms are generally mild but if they bother you or do not go away consult your doctor. Long-term use of this medicine may lead to an increased risk of side effects. For instance using this medicine for more than 1 year may increase your risk for bone fractures especially with higher doses. Talk to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis) like taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.Before taking this medicine you need to tell your doctor if you have severe liver problems are taking medicines for HIV have ever had an allergic reaction to similar medicines in the past or suffer from bone loss (osteoporosis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking it.

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. Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

- Alcohol : CAUTION <p> Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet. Please consult your doctor. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. | - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE <p> Osloc-Kid Orange 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> Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is recommended. | - Liver : CAUTION <p> Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

If you miss a dose of Osloc-Kid Orange 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.

Chemical Class :: Timoprazole Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL

Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)|Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease

Nausea | Headache | Flatulence | Diarrhea | Abdominal pain | Constipation

CAUTION

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

UNSAFE

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

CAUTION

Q. What is Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet? What is it used for?::: Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors. Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is used for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease (gastric and duodenal ulcers) reflux esophagitis or gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It is also used to treat a disease associated with excessive acid production in the stomach known as Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES). It works by reducing the amount of acid made by your stomach.| Q. How is Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet given through the nasogastric tube?::: Your doctor or nurse will show you the correct way of giving Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet through the nasogastric (NG) tube. Open the Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet capsule and empty the granules into a syringe. Mix the contents with apple juice in the syringe and attach it to the NG tube and give directly into the stomach. Once given flush the NG tube with more apple juice to clear the tube.| Q. Should Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet be taken empty stomach or with food?::: Usually Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is taken once a day first thing in the morning on an empty stomach. If you take Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet twice a day take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.| Q. While taking Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet which foods should be avoided?::: You should preferably avoid foods that cause acidity and heartburn as they will only worsen your condition for example: fried or spicy food butter oil and juices caffeinated drinks like cola or tea drinks from citrus fruits like lemon water or orange juice and alcohol.| Q. Is Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet used for children?::: Yes Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet is used in the management of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive gastritis in children. However the safety and effectiveness of Osloc-Kid Orange Tablet are established only in children between 1 to 17 years of age.