Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is a medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) by relieving the symptoms of acidity such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation. It also neutralizes the acid and promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort.
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is taken 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fever, nausea, rash, and flatulence. 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. This medicine may cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food, or chocolate can help you to get better results.
Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from kidney disease. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
In Treatment of 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-Plus 75mg/40mg 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.
Side effects of Volapride-Plus 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-Plus
Stomach pain
Vomiting
Diarrhea
Headache
Nausea
Flatulence
Fundic gland polyps
Fever
Skin rash
Dizziness
How to use Volapride-Plus 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-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Volapride-Plus Tablet works
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Levosulpiride and Pantoprazole.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg 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
UNSAFE
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or dyskinesias, therefore they should be advised to avoid driving and operations requiring supervision.
Kidney
CAUTION
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Volapride-Plus Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg 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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Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is prescribed to give relief from acidity and its associated symptoms.
It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time.
Take it one hour before the meal, preferably in the morning.
Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea or stomach pain that does not go away.
Do not consume alcohol while taking Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet as it can increase the risk of stomach damage.
Long-term use may cause weak or broken bones. Take adequate intake of dietary calcium and vitamin D or their supplements. Do not take Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet for longer than prescribed.
Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet is prescribed to give relief from acidity and its associated symptoms.
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
My cough is not getting cured since 4-6 months. Tried some doctors, their medicines work for some time and the dry cough starts again. Though it happens occasionally, but i still cough
Dr. Shubhra Chandan Pradhan
ENT
It can be allergic cough or acid reflux disease. Can't give more opinion without seeing
Q. What is the best time to take Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet?
Take Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet exactly as directed by your doctor. It is best to take one capsule on an empty stomach daily.
Q. What are the contraindications associated with the use of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet?
The use of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet should be avoided in patients with known allergy to any of the components or excipients of this medicine.
Q. Can the use of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded, it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better.
Q. Does the use of Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet lead to increased risk of fractures?
Several studies in adults suggest that Volapride-Plus 75mg/40mg Tablet may increase the risk of osteoporosis-related fractures of the hip, wrist or spine. The risk of fracture was more in patients who received high dose. High dose can mean multiple daily doses, and long-term therapy (a year or longer).
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