Camopan 100mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Camopan 100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used to treat chronic pancreatitis and post-operative reflux esophagitis. It reduces inflammation of the pancreas and prevents the reflux of acid.
Camopan 100mg 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects of Camopan 100mg Tablet are nausea, rash, abnormal liver function tests, Increased potassium level in blood, itching, and gastrointestinal discomfort. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. 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.
Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor. Your doctor may advice for regular liver function and complete blood tests while you are taking this medicine.
Camopan 100mg 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects of Camopan 100mg Tablet are nausea, rash, abnormal liver function tests, Increased potassium level in blood, itching, and gastrointestinal discomfort. This medicine may also cause diarrhea, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration. 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.
Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor. Your doctor may advice for regular liver function and complete blood tests while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Camopan Tablet
Benefits of Camopan Tablet
In Chronic pancreatitis
Chronic pancreatitis is a long-term inflammation of the pancreas associated with pain and constant damage to the pancreas. Camopan 100mg Tablet helps to relieve pain and other inflammation related symptoms such as swelling, irritation etc in the pancreas. This stops further damage and helps in healing. Take Camopan 100mg Tablet as advised by the doctor to get the best results.
In Treatment of Post-operative Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition which 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 oesophagus and mouth. Camopan 100mg Tablet treats GERD that occurs after a surgery. 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.
Side effects of Camopan Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Camopan
- Rash
- Itching
- Gastrointestinal disturbance
- Liver dysfunction
- Pancreatic inflammation
- Blood disorder
- Sleep disturbance
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
- Muscle pain
- Myositis
- Rhabdomyolysis
- Taste change
- Hypersensitivity
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
How to use Camopan Tablet
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. Camopan 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Camopan Tablet works
Camostat belongs to a class of medications called oral protease inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the activity of digestive enzymes involved in acid secretion and the activity of certain compounds involved in inflammation, thereby relieving the reflux of acid and inflammation of the pancreas.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Camopan 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Camopan 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Camopan 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Camopan 100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Camopan 100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Camopan 100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Do not skip any dose and finish the complete course even if you feel better.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests to check for liver function while on treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Carbonyl Compound
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Protease inhibitors- Pancreatitis
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Camopan Tablet for?
Others
50%
Chronic pancr*
50%
*Chronic pancreatitis
FAQs
How does Camopan 100mg Tablet work?
Camopan 100mg Tablet inhibits the activity and the abnormal increase in the number of certain digestive enzymes. This helps reduce pain and inflammation associated with chronic pancreatitis.
In what conditions Camopan 100mg Tablet should not be used?
If improvement of symptoms of postoperative reflux esophagitis is not observed, then treatment with this medicine should not be continued aimlessly for a long-term period.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when using Camopan 100mg Tablet?
It is not known if this medicine affects your daily activities. However, if you face symptoms like dizziness and drowsiness after taking Camopan 100mg Tablet, then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery.
Can I stop using Camopan 100mg Tablet immediately or do I need to slowly stop?
Some medicines cannot be stopped immediately because of rebound effects. Please consult with your doctor for advice specific to your body, health, and other medications that you may be using.
How to store Camopan 100mg Tablet safely?
Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
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- Drugbook. Camostat. [Accessed 06 Feb. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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