Ulcicare Cap 40Mg 2X7S is a combination of two medicines: pantoprazole and domperidone. Pantoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Domperidone is a prokinetic that works by increasing the movement of food through the stomach and intestines.
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Manufactured By |
Jawa Pharmaceutical |
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Product Form |
Injection |
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Generic Category |
Anti-Ulcerant |
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Ingredients |
Esomeprazole |
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Pack Size |
14's |
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Age |
Adults |
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Recommended Dosage |
2x Daily |
The usual dose is one capsule twice a day, taken 30 minutes before meals. It is important to take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it without talking to your doctor first.
Ulcicare Uses
Ulcicare Cap 40Mg 2X7S is a combination medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), a condition in which acid from the stomach backs up into the esophagus. It is also used to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers.
The medicine contains two active ingredients:
- Pantoprazole, a proton pump inhibitor that works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach.
- Domperidone, a prokinetic that works by increasing the movement of food through the stomach and intestines.
Some of the common side effects of Ulcicare Cap 40Mg 2X7S include:
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Rash
- Fatigue
Serious side effects of Ulcicare Cap 40Mg 2X7S are rare, but they can include:
- Liver damage
- Kidney damage
- Pancreatitis
- Blood clotting disorders
- Bone marrow suppression
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Toxic epidermal necrolysis