Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S

Description

About 

{{Product}} belongs to the category of proton pump inhibitors which perform the function of treating patients who experience excessive amounts of acid in their stomach. {{Product}} helps the acid go back from the stomach to the esophagus. {{Product}} is prescribed to treat heartburn, erosive esophagitis, and GERD. (gastroesophageal reflux disease)

{{Product}} may interact with cigarettes or tobacco and hence it is advised to be avoided during medication. Cranberries may also interact and are advised to be avoided. {{Product}} is only to be consumed by the elderly if prescribed and approved by a medical expert. {{Product}} also has the potential to weaken bones which would result in patients getting fractured easily. 

{{Product}} may also cause some common side effects to patients such as itching, rashes, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or fever. {{Product}} can also cause some rare side effects which should be reported to the doctor such as seizures, decreased urine, dry mouth, bloody nose, and weak bones. 

Indications 

{{Product}} can be used to treat:

• Erosive esophagitis 
• Heartburn 
• Symptomatic non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease 

How To Use The {{Product}}

{{Product}} is to be consumed in the form of a capsule as a whole and if a patient can’t ingest the capsule as a whole then he can open the capsule and consume the mix with the help of water. 

How Does {{Product}} Work?

{{Product}} works by washing up the excessive acid in the stomach back to the esophagus.  

Dosage 

Children Dosage 

The dose to be given to children is determined by the doctor by observing their weight, condition, and tolerance to the medicine.

In Children, less than 12 years’ safety and efficacy are not established

Adult Dosage 

Erosive esophagitis: 60 mg daily for 8 weeks and maintenance and relief of heartburn 30mg daily for around 6 months 

Symptomatic non-erosive gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD): 30mg daily for 4 weeks

Pregnancy Use and Lactation 

Medicine has shown potential risk hence caution is advised during pregnancy. If a patient gets pregnant during the administration, then she should consult her doctor and medicine should only be ingested if highly essential. 

{{Product}} is advised to not be administered to the nursing mother as it may be excreted into the breastmilk and cause infant harm. There has been no potential evidence of harm but there are potential risks therefore {{Product}} is advised to be avoided.

Precautions 

Please inform your doctor about the following before consuming Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S

• Increased risks of fractures in hips, wrists
• Sensitive for the use of elderly and/or for prolonged use.
• systemic lupus erythematosus may occur
• Hepatic impairment 

Contraindications 

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S:

• Diarrhea
• Hypomagnesemia (low magnesium in the blood)
• Osteoporosis (bone problem)
• Seizures, history
• Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) Use with caution. May make these conditions worse.

• Liver disease, moderate—Use with caution.
• Severe hepatic impairment 

Interactions With Other Medicines

• Rilpivirine 
• erlotinib
• mavacamten
• nelfinavir

Adverse Effects

Common Effects 

• Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, or tingling feelings
• chest pain, discomfort
• continuing stomach pain
• diarrhea
• difficulty in breathing
• fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
• fever
• headache
• incoherent speech
• joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
• lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
• muscle pain, cramps, or weakness
• nausea
• numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
• pain in the arms, jaw, leg, back, or neck
• rash, hives
• shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• sweating
• swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
• swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
• unusual bleeding or bruising
• vomiting
• vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
• watery or bloody diarrhea

Rare Effects 

• Serious life life-threatening reaction
• Serious kidney problems
• Hard for the body to absorb vitamin B12. 
• systemic lupus erythematosus may occur
• Serious skin reactions 
• hypomagnesemia (low magnesium in the blood).
• Black, tarry stools
• blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
• blood in the urine
• bloody nose
• bone fracture
• Decreased urine
• Dry mouth 
• Heavier menstrual periods 
• Seizures 
• Loss in sexual activity. 
• Feeling drowsiness

How To Cope-up With Some Adverse Effects 

Feeling drowsy – If the medication makes you feel drowsy or sleepy, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better, and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.

Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe

Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhea – Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water.

Skin Rash- Can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream. Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by the rash. An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

Fever- Patients are asked to ingest over the counter such as Paracetamol), partake in plenty of fluids, and rest for a couple of days till the symptoms pass

FAQ’s

Q1. WILL Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

Yes, medicines might cause the patients to experience a decrease in libido.

Q2. Can I Take Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S During My Pregnancy?

{{Product}} is advised to be avoided during pregnancy and can be consumed only if benefits overweigh risks. 

Q3. WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

Common side effects include headache, nausea, itches, vomiting and rash.

Q4. WILL Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No, there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

Q5. DOES Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S CAUSE ADDICTION?

No. This drug has shown no evidence to prove addiction of any kind in any patient.

Q6 WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

 An extra dose or two of Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S is not known to cause any harm but excess ingestion of Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S is a cause for concern and should be avoided and immediately reported to the doctor as it may lead to serious side

Q7. WHAT IF I FORGET TO TAKE THE Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

It is advised that the drug is taken at the same time each day, and an alarm can be placed to remind patients to take Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S at the proper time and at least an hour before having any meal. If patient misses a dose of Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S, they should take it immediately but if the time for the next dose of the drug is near then it’s beneficial for patients to skip the missed dose.

Q8.HOW IS Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Dexxoo 60mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally with water to help the tablet flow down the throat easily. It can be consumed with or without food and should not be chewed or crushed.