Tymidin 400mg Tablet
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Tymidin 400mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat benign stomach ulcers, duodenal ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux). It helps reduce excess stomach acid, supporting ulcer healing and relieving symptoms such as heartburn, acidity, indigestion, and upper abdominal discomfort.
Consider taking Tymidin 400mg Tablet before meals to prevent the symptoms of acidity. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If the symptoms persist or worsen even after 14 days of treatment, you should consult your doctor for further guidance. 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.
Common side effects of Tymidin 400mg Tablet include diarrhea, dizziness, tiredness, and rashes. These 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 Tymidin 400mg Tablet, let your doctor know if you have any heart, 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. Avoid drinking alcohol, as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.
Uses of Tymidin Tablet
- Treatment of Benign Stomach ulcers
- Treatment of Duodenal Ulcer
- Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Benefits of Tymidin Tablet
In Treatment of Benign Stomach ulcers
Tymidin 400mg Tablet helps treat benign stomach ulcers by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach. Lowering acid levels allows the ulcer to heal more effectively and helps relieve symptoms such as stomach pain, burning, and discomfort after meals. Controlling acid secretion also reduces the risk of ulcer irritation and promotes faster recovery.
In Treatment of Duodenal Ulcer
Tymidin 400mg Tablet is beneficial in duodenal ulcers because it decreases excess stomach acid that can injure the lining of the duodenum. This reduction in acid supports faster healing of the ulcer and helps prevent further damage. It also relieves symptoms such as upper abdominal pain, acidity, and indigestion, improving overall digestive comfort.
In Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Tymidin 400mg Tablet helps manage gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) by lowering the production of stomach acid that flows back into the esophagus (food pipe). This reduces irritation of the esophageal lining and helps relieve symptoms such as heartburn, sour taste, and regurgitation. Keeping acid levels under control also helps prevent complications related to long-term acid reflux.
Side effects of Tymidin 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 Tymidin
- Skin rash
- Tiredness
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
How to use Tymidin 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. Tymidin 400mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Tymidin Tablet works
Tymidin 400mg Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, which helps relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Tymidin 400mg Tablet
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Tymidin 400mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Tymidin 400mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
SAFE
Tymidin 400mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tymidin 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Tymidin 400mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Tymidin Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Tymidin 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Take Tymidin 400mg 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.
- 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 Tymidin 400mg 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 the dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Inform your doctor about any other medications or supplements that you are taking because Tymidin 400mg Tablet can interfere with the working of other medications.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Imidazole derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Histamine Type-2 Receptor Antagonists (H2 Blockers)
Interaction with drugs
Taking Tymidin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Fosphenytoin with Cimetidine. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.
Cimetidine may raise blood levels of the active form of Fosphenytoin. Conc
Do not consume Phenytoin with Cimetidine.
Concurrent use may decrease the ability of bone marrow to produce blood cells.
Do not consume Phenytoin with Cimetidine.
Concurrent use may decrease the ability of bone marrow to produce blood cells.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor blood cell counts and your overall treatment closely.
Concurrent use may cause decreased blood cell production.
Cimetidine may reduce blood levels and efficacy of Dasatinib. Cimetidine may reduce blood levels and efficacy of Dasatinib.
Do not consume Dasatinib with Cimetidine.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Tymidin 400mg Tablet
Once A Day
60%
Twice A Day
40%
FAQs
Why should Tymidin 400mg Tablet be taken at bedtime?
Tymidin 400mg Tablet may be prescribed as a single daily dose or in divided doses. When taken once daily, bedtime dosing is preferred because it helps suppress nighttime acid secretion more effectively. Taking it at the same time each night also makes it easier to remember your dose.
Can I take Tymidin 400mg Tablet with antacids?
Yes, Tymidin 400mg Tablet can be taken along with antacids, as they do not interfere with each other’s action. However, since both reduce acidity, using more than one acid-reducing medicine at the same time is generally unnecessary unless your doctor advises it.
Is there any vitamin or mineral loss when taking Tymidin 400mg Tablet?
Tymidin 400mg Tablet is not known to cause vitamin or mineral loss. However, medicines in the H2-blocker class may reduce the absorption of vitamin B12 when used for long periods (typically more than two years). If long-term therapy is needed, your doctor may monitor your vitamin B12 levels.
Are there any withdrawal symptoms after stopping Tymidin 400mg Tablet?
No withdrawal symptoms have been reported after stopping Tymidin 400mg Tablet. Available studies suggest that the medicine does not cause dependence or addiction.
Can I take Tymidin 400mg Tablet with coffee?
There are no known harmful interactions between Tymidin 400mg Tablet and coffee. However, Tymidin 400mg Tablet may slow the breakdown of caffeine, which can increase its effects. Coffee itself can increase stomach acid and may worsen symptoms such as heartburn or acidity, so limiting coffee intake may help your condition.
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