ACOTRUST OD Tablet 10's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Acotiamide 300 mg
Manufacturer
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Variant
10 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
ACOTRUST OD TABLET contains Acotiamide, which belongs to the group of medicines called Gastro-intestinal agents. It is used in the management of functional dyspepsia. Functional dyspepsia is a chronic functional disorder of the upper digestive system that affects sensation and movement. The symptoms of functional dyspepsia in affected individuals include a burning sensation in the stomach, bloating, burping, nausea (after meals), an early feeling of fullness (satiety), and stomach pain. Your doctor may advise you to take relevant tests to evaluate and understand your existing condition. ACOTRUST OD TABLET is not recommended for use in patients who are allergic to acotiamide. Before taking ACOTRUST OD TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver problems (such as hepatic impairment) and/or kidney problems (such as renal impairment). The most common
Uses
OF ACOTRUST OD TABLET Manage functional dyspepsia
How It Works
ACOTRUST OD TABLET works by increasing acetylcholine concentration in the stomach, which helps to promote the movement of foods from the stomach into the intestine and also increases intestinal motility. As a result, it helps to manage and relieve the functional disorders of the upper digestive system.
Directions for Use
Take ACOTRUST OD TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking ACOTRUST OD TABLET are diarrhoea, constipation, nausea, vomiting, rash, and/or red itchy welts. Consult your doctor if any of your symptoms get worse or persist. USES OF ACOTRUST OD TABLET Manage functional dyspepsia HOW ACOTRUST OD TABLET WORKSACOTRUST OD TABLET works by increasing acetylcholine concentration in the stomach, which helps to promote the movement of foods from the stomach into the intestine and also increases intestinal motility. As a result, it helps to manage and relieve the functional disorders of the upper digestive system. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake ACOTRUST OD TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of the management for you depending on your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF ACOTRUST OD TABLETCOMMON diarrhoea constipation nausea vomiting rash red itchy welts
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYACOTRUST OD TABLET should be used with caution by pregnant women only if recommended by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. BREASTFEEDINGACOTRUST OD TABLET is generally not recommended for use by breastfeeding women as it may pass through breast milk and cause undesirable risks to the breastfed baby. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not take ACOTRUST OD TABLET, if it affects your ability to drive or operate machines. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. KIDNEYACOTRUST OD TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with kidney problems such as renal impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. LIVERACOTRUST OD TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems such as hepatic impairment. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. ALLERGYDo not take ACOTRUST OD TABLET if you are allergic to acotiamide or any of the other ingredients in this medicine. OTHERSUse in Pediatrics: ACOTRUST OD TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (below 18 years) as its safety and efficiency are not known. Consult your doctor before taking the medicine. Use in Geriatrics: ACOTRUST OD TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 60 years and above). Consult your doctor before taking the medicine.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking ACOTRUST OD TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking, atropine (used to manage symptoms of low heart rate) acetylcholine chloride (used during cataract surgery to contract the pupil) neostigmine bromide (used to improve muscle strength in patients with myasthenia gravis) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of ACOTRUST OD TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Acotiamide Pharmacological Category : Gastrointestinal Agent Therapeutic Indication : Functional dyspepsia (including postprandial fullness, epigastric pain & early satiety, and bloating after meals) Dosage Forms : Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep ACOTRUST OD TABLET out of reach from children Store at less than 30°C
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
01 Dec 2022