DEXOL D Capsule 10's

Ulcer/Reflux/Flatulence (1085)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Dexrabeprazole 10 mg+Domperidone 30 mg

Manufacturer

Succor Health Care Pvt Ltd

Variant

10 Capsule(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT DEXOL D CAPSULEDEXOL D CAPSULE is a combination of Domperidone and Dexrabeprazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Prokinetic Drugs and Proton pump inhibitors respectively. It is used to manage stomach ulcers (gastric or peptic ulcers) and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD; acid reflux causing irritation of food pipe). It can also be used to reduce the signs of acidity, heartburn, indigestion, burping or bloating. It is typically used among patients who are not responding adequately to therapy with dexrabeprazole alone. DEXOL D CAPSULE should be taken at least 15-30 minutes before meals. During management with DEXOL D CAPSULE your doctor will closely monitor your kidney functions, liver functions and blood magnesium levels to avoid the risk of unwanted

Uses

OF DEXOL D CAPSULEIt is used to manage: Stomach ulcers (gastric or peptic ulcers) Gastrointestinal Reflux disease (GERD; acid reflux causing irritation of food pipe) Nausea and Vomiting Acidity, Heartburn Signs of indigestion (such as burping, bloating)

How It Works

DEXOL D CAPSULE contains two medicines namely domperidone and Dexrabeprazole. Domperidone stimulates the gut and speeds up the movements of food from the stomach into the intestines. This action reduces chances for acid reflux and manages the irritation of food pipe. It also blocks the transmission of nerve signals between the vomiting centers and brain which reduces the onset of nausea and vomiting. Dexrabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. It reduces gastric acid secretion which promotes the healing of ulcers and esophageal lesions. It also provides relief from the unpleasant symptoms of the GI tract (such as acidity, bloating, burping and indigestion).

Directions for Use

Take DEXOL D CAPSULE 15-30 minutes before meals or 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 therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking DEXOL D CAPSULE unless your doctor advice you to stop.

Side Effects

taking DEXOL D CAPSULE are dry mouth, cough, sore throat, runny nose, diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, flatulence and increased signs of infections. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect bothers you. USES OF DEXOL D CAPSULEIt is used to manage: Stomach ulcers (gastric or peptic ulcers) Gastrointestinal Reflux disease (GERD; acid reflux causing irritation of food pipe) Nausea and Vomiting Acidity, Heartburn Signs of indigestion (such as burping, bloating) HOW DEXOL D CAPSULE WORKSDEXOL D CAPSULE contains two medicines namely domperidone and Dexrabeprazole. Domperidone stimulates the gut and speeds up the movements of food from the stomach into the intestines. This action reduces chances for acid reflux and manages the irritation of food pipe. It also blocks the transmission of nerve signals between the vomiting centers and brain which reduces the onset of nausea and vomiting. Dexrabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. It reduces gastric acid secretion which promotes the healing of ulcers and esophageal lesions. It also provides relief from the unpleasant symptoms of the GI tract (such as acidity, bloating, burping and indigestion). DIRECTIONS FOR USETake DEXOL D CAPSULE 15-30 minutes before meals or 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 therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking DEXOL D CAPSULE unless your doctor advice you to stop. SIDE EFFECTS OF DEXOL D CAPSULECOMMON benign polyps in the stomach dry mouth cough, sore throat, runny nose diarrhea, constipation, stomach pain, flatulence nausea or vomiting body pain, back pain feeling weak sleeplessness headache, dizziness increased infections UNCOMMON low sex drive drowsiness, sleepiness anxiety, nervousness blocked sinuses breast milk production in men and women breast pain or tenderness fragile bones (risk of bone fracture) indigestion, belching skin rash, redness or itching muscle pains, joint pains, leg cramps urinary tract infection RARE low WBC and platelet counts loss of appetite depression problems in vision stomach upset, mouth ulcers, taste disturbance weight gain kidney problems Stop taking DEXOL D CAPSULE and inform your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects such as: severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the lips, face or body and difficulty in breathing or swallowing) severe skin reactions (such as redness, blistering, peeling of skin and bleeding in the lips, eyes, mouth, nose and genitals with fever) signs of bleeding in the gut (such as bloody vomits/stools) frequent infections, flu-like symptoms, sore throat, mouth ulcers increased bleeding tendency fast or irregular heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, feeling faint fits uncontrollable body movements (including eye and tongue), twisted neck and abnormal body posture signs of kidney problems (such as low urine output, bloody urine, fever, rash and joint stiffness) signs of infectious diarrhea (severe persistent watery diarrhea with severe stomach pain and fever)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYDEXOL D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. BREASTFEEDINGDEXOL D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or handle heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by DEXOL D CAPSULE. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking DEXOL D CAPSULE, as it could aggravate your existing condition. KIDNEYDEXOL D CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. LIVERDEXOL D CAPSULE should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take DEXOL D CAPSULE if you are allergic to Domperidone, Dexrabeprazole or to any other proton pump inhibitors (such as rabeprazole, omeprazole). HEART DISEASEDEXOL D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems such as prolongation of QT interval or congestive heart failure. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSDEXOL D CAPSULE is not recommended for use if you: have bloody stools or bleeding in the gut have blockage or tear in the intestines have severe fluid or electrolyte disturbances have prolactinoma (a non-cancerous tumor of pituitary gland) have low blood potassium or magnesium levels Before taking DEXOL D CAPSULE inform your doctor if you: have osteoporosis have vitamin B12 deficiency (sore tongue, mouth ulcers, pale skin, depression) are going to test Chromogranin A level have tumor in the stomach Use in Pediatrics: DEXOL D CAPSULE is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in Geriatrics: DEXOL D CAPSULE should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years and above). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking DEXOL D CAPSULE inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: other medicines used to manage gastrointestinal problems (Ex. cisapride, dolasetron, prucalopride, diphemanil) medicines used to manage heart problems or hypertension (Ex. digoxin, disopyramide, hydroquinidine, quinidine, amiodarone, dofetilide, dronedarone, ibutilide, sotalol, diltiazem or verapamil) medicines used to manage HIV infection (Ex. atazanavir, nelfinavir, saquinavir) medicines used to manage fungal infections (such as ketoconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole) antipsychotics (used to manage mental illness) Ex. haloperidol, pimozide, sertindole antidepressants (used to manage depression) Ex. escitalopram or citalopram, fluvoxamine, St John’s wort antibiotics (used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. moxifloxacin, erythromycin, levofloxacin, clarithromycin, telithromycin or amoxicillin medicines used to manage malaria (Ex. halofantrine, lumefantrine) antihistamines (used to manage allergies) Ex. mizolastine, mequitazine medicines used to manage cancer (Ex. toremifene, vandetanib, vincamine, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib) methotrexate (used to manage cancer and auto-immune disease) bepridil (used to manage hypertension) methadone (used to relieve pain) apomorphine (a medicine used to reduce abnormal muscle movements) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more DEXOL D CAPSULE, contact your doctor immediately or go to a hospital straight away. Symptoms of overdosage might include sleepiness, confusion, uncontrollable body movements (including eye and tongue), twisted neck and abnormal body posture. SYNOPSIS Drug : Domperidone, Dexrabeprazole Pharmacological Category : Dopamine (D2) Receptor antagonists, Proton Pump Inhibitors Therapeutic Indication : Peptic ulcer, GERD Dosage Forms : Tablet, Capsule MORE INFORMATION Keep DEXOL D CAPSULE out of the sight and reach of children Store DEXOL D CAPSULE at room temperature

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Last Updated

27 Dec 2022

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