Volapride 25mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Volapride 25mg Tablet is used in the treatment of gastric problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or indigestion. It also prevents acid reflux (acid going up to the food pipe) and hence helps in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Volapride 25mg Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food. However, it is advisable to take it at the same time each day as this helps to maintain consistent level of medicine in the body. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects of this medicine includes headache and fatigue. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. You should immediately consult doctor if you have absence of periods, abnormal milk secretion, changes in sexual desire, or fever after taking this medicine.
Uses of Volapride Tablet
Benefits of Volapride 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). Volapride 25mg Tablet improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent heartburn.
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. Avoid oily and spicy food, have simple food instead, and consult a dietitian to get a diet chart that suits your requirements. Exercise daily to stay active and maintain a healthy body weight.
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. Avoid oily and spicy food, have simple food instead, and consult a dietitian to get a diet chart that suits your requirements. Exercise daily to stay active and maintain a healthy body weight.
In Irritable bowel syndrome
Irritable bowel syndrome is a chronic (long-term) inflammatory disease of the large intestine (colon) that usually needs long term management. This can lead to bleeding, frequent diarrhea and abdominal pain. Volapride 25mg Tablet can relieve these symptoms effectively. Continue taking Volapride 25mg Tablet for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In 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. Volapride 25mg Tablet 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.
Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD. 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.
Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD. 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 Volapride 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 Volapride
- Extrapyramidal symptoms
- Weight gain
- Akathisia (inability to stay still)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
- Sedation
- Maculopapular rash
How to use Volapride 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. Volapride 25mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Volapride Tablet works
Volapride 25mg Tablet is a atypical antipsychotic. It works by increasing the release of acetylcholine (a chemical messenger). This increases the movement of stomach and intestines, and prevents reflux (acid going up to the food pipe).
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Volapride 25mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Volapride 25mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Volapride 25mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Volapride 25mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Volapride 25mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, numbness, or dyskinesias, therefore they should be advised to avoid driving and operations requiring supervision.
Volapride 25mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, numbness, or dyskinesias, therefore they should be advised to avoid driving and operations requiring supervision.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Volapride 25mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Volapride 25mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Volapride Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Volapride 25mg 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.
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Quick tips
- Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Volapride 25mg Tablet may cause dizziness. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.
- Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Consult with your doctor immediately if you have absence if periods, abnormal milk secretion or changes in sexual desire, fever, muscle stiffness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzenesulfonamide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
NEURO CNS
Action Class
Atypical Antipsychotics
Interaction with drugs
Taking Volapride with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may increase the risk of restlessness, uncontrollable movements, tremors, rigid muscles, increased salivation, tongue-twisting, etc.
Talk to your doctor if you noti
Concurrent use may increase the risk of restlessness, uncontrollable movements, tremors, rigid muscles, increased salivation, tongue-twisting, etc.
Talk to your doctor if you noti
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Volapride 25mg Tablet
Twice A Day
63%
Once A Day
29%
Thrice A Day
7%
What are you using Volapride Tablet for?
Heartburn
60%
Irritable bow*
40%
*Irritable bowel syndrome
How much was the improvement?
Average
78%
Excellent
22%
What were the side-effects while using Volapride 25mg Tablet?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Volapride Tablet?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Volapride 25mg Tablet on price
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Expensive
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