Laftid 5mg Tablet is an antacid. It reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease and some other rare conditions.

Laftid 5mg Tablet is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers or heartburn caused due to the use of painkillers. It must be swallowed whole with water before or after a meal. The medicine must be taken in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. If the symptoms persist or get worse even after 14 days of treatment, you should consult your doctor immediately. It is not recommended to take this medicine in severe stomach disease. You can help the medicine work better by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or oily foods.

Most people who take it do not have any side effects but the most common side effects include fatigue, drowsiness, headache, increased liver enzymes, constipation, increased uric acid level in the blood, diarrhea, muscle pain, and protein in the urine. If you do get a side effect, These side effects are usually mild and go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it has been prescribed by a doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.

Uses of Laftid Tablet

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Heartburn
Peptic ulcer disease

Benefits of Laftid Tablet

In Heartburn

Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids travelling back up towards your throat and mouth (acid reflux). It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents and acid to come back up into your esophagus and mouth. This can be a symptom of indigestion (dyspepsia). Laftid 5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called histamine 2 antagonists. It works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and indigestion.

You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. 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.

Side effects of Laftid 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 Laftid

Fatigue
Drowsiness
Headache
Increased liver enzymes
Constipation
Increased uric acid level in blood
Diarrhea
Muscle pain
Protein in urine

How to use Laftid 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. Laftid 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Laftid Tablet works

Laftid 5mg Tablet blocks specific receptors (H2 receptors) on the lining of the stomach that stimulate acid production. It also increases the secretions (mucin) inside the stomach. This way, Laftid 5mg Tablet decreases acid production in the stomach and helps in healing the ulcers of the stomach and small intestine. Additionally, it reduces discomfort such as heartburn and gives relief from acid-related indigestion.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Laftid 5mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Laftid 5mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Laftid 5mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Laftid 5mg 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 Laftid 5mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Laftid 5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Laftid Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Laftid 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.\n

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Quick tips

Take Laftid 5mg Tablet before going to bed if you are taking this medicine once a day. It is very effective in controlling stomach acid that is released when you are asleep.
If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Laftid 5mg Tablet.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Laftid 5mg Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Laftid 5mg Tablet is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
Take it with or without food.
Take Laftid 5mg Tablet before going to bed if you are taking this medicine once a day. It is very effective in controlling stomach acid that is released when you are asleep.
If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Laftid 5mg Tablet.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Laftid 5mg Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Alkyl Aryl Ethers

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Histamine Type-2 Receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers)

Patient concerns

Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed

Having problem of acid reflux disease with throat infection and pain in right side of abdomen

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

take avipattikar churan 1 spoon twice before meal, for throat infection do gargles with lyuke warm water and mixing tankan bhasma a littlein it,,

Suffering from acid reflux disease due to which pain in throat and right side of lower abdomen

Dr. Saurav Arora

Homeopathy

Dear sir for the time being you can take Robinia 30, 04 drops in half cup water and Nixocid tab 2 tab thrice daily for a month, but as this case needs supervision, discussion and examination you need to visit a homeopath so that he can discuss your case in detail, get some investigations, do examination and guide you accordingly,

FAQs

Can I take Laftid 5mg Tablet on an empty stomach?

Laftid 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.

How long does it take for Laftid 5mg Tablet to start working?

If you take Laftid 5mg Tablet orally, the effect usually begins within one hour. The maximum effect is generally reached within one to three hours of taking it. However, it depends upon the dose. The action of the medicine lasts for about 10 to 12 hours.

What is the difference between Laftid 5mg Tablet and Omeprazole?

Laftid 5mg Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different group of medicines. While Laftid 5mg Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.

Can I take alcohol with Laftid 5mg Tablet?

Alcohol does not interfere with the working of Laftid 5mg Tablet. But, you should avoid taking alcohol as it will further damage the stomach, delaying your recovery.

What are the serious side effects of Laftid 5mg Tablet?

Laftid 5mg Tablet may have some serious side effects but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, hoarseness and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Another serious symptom may be swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of the mentioned symptoms.

What are the dos and don’ts while taking Laftid 5mg Tablet?

Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush at meal times. You should stop or cut down on smoking.

Is Laftid 5mg Tablet safe for long-term use?

There is limited data available on whether Laftid 5mg Tablet can be used for a long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Laftid 5mg Tablet for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.

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