Opiamide 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of indigestion. It also helps to relieve bloating after meals, pain in the upper abdomen, and early satiety (feeling full after having a small amount of food).

Opiamide 100mg Tablet is taken before meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. 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 are headaches, diarrhea, constipation, vomiting, nausea, and rash. 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. Lifestyle modifications like reducing smoking, increasing exercise, and a healthy diet will help you to get better results.

Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems.

Uses of Opiamide Tablet

Treatment of Functional dyspepsia

Benefits of Opiamide Tablet

In Treatment of Functional dyspepsia

Functional dyspepsia is another term for indigestion that is not associated with a specific cause. It may cause symptoms such as an early feeling of fullness after eating, stomach pain or discomfort, nausea, and bloating. Opiamide 100mg Tablet helps treat these symptoms by increasing the rate of stomach emptying. Take it exactly as it is prescribed. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce these symptoms. Think about what foods trigger your symptoms 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 to 4 hours of going to bed.

Side effects of Opiamide 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 Opiamide

Headache
Diarrhea
Constipation
Nausea
Rash
Vomiting

How to use Opiamide 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. Opiamide 100mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Opiamide Tablet works

Opiamide 100mg Tablet increases the release of acetylcholine, a chemical that can increase the motility of the intestine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Opiamide 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Opiamide 100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Opiamide 100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Opiamide 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 Opiamide 100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Opiamide 100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Opiamide Tablet?

If you miss a dose of Opiamide 100mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

Opiamide 100mg Tablet should be taken before meals.
Always take the complete course of treatment as advised by your doctor even if you start to feel better.
Make lifestyle changes like lose weight if you are overweight and avoid smoking.
Avoid foods that can aggravate your symptoms like coffee, citrus fruits, high-fat, spicy and pickled foods.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Salicylamide Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Action Class

Anticholinesterase-Prokinetic agent

Patient concerns

History of functional dyspepsia

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FAQs

What is Opiamide 100mg Tablet used for?

Opiamide 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of functional dyspepsia. It helps to relieve the symptoms like bloating after a meal, pain/discomfort in the upper abdomen and early satiety (feeling of fullness in a short span of time after having only little food).

When should I take Opiamide 100mg Tablet?

Opiamide 100mg Tablet should be taken before meals. Always complete the prescribed course of treatment as advised by your doctor even if you start to feel better.

Is Opiamide 100mg Tablet effective?

Opiamide 100mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Opiamide 100mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can I stop taking Opiamide 100mg Tablet when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Opiamide 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.

Is Opiamide 100mg Tablet safe?

Opiamide 100mg Tablet is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

Can dyspepsia be cured?

No, functional dyspepsia cannot be cured completely. But, the symptoms of functional dyspepsia such as bloating after a meal, pain/discomfort in the upper abdomen and early satiety (feeling of fullness in a short span of time after having only little food), can be effectively managed with medicines as well as a few lifestyle changes. Practise yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your symptoms well-controlled. Try to eat smaller, frequent meals and avoid eating late at night. There should be a gap of at least 3 to 4 hours between dinner and going to bed at night. Take more fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and avoid spicy or oily foods. Reducing weight can also help if you are obese. These simple life-hacks can help you manage your condition a lot.

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