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Asv-Zol 20 Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

ESOMEPRAZOLE-20MG

Uses:

<p>Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is used in the treatment of hyperacidity, heartburn, stomach ulcer and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. The detailed uses of Asv-Zol 20 Tablet are as follows:<br/></p><ul><li>Management of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Asv-Zol 20 Tablet effectively reduces symptoms of GERD, such as heartburn and acid regurgitation, by lowering stomach acid production.<br/></li><li>Healing of Erosive Esophagitis: Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is often prescribed to promote the healing of inflamed oesophagal tissue caused by prolonged exposure to stomach acid.<br/></li><li>Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome: Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is used to manage Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, a condition that leads to excessive stomach acid production.<br/></li><li>Eradication of Helicobacter pylori: Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is sometimes included in combination therapy to eliminate Helicobacter pylori infections, which are associated with peptic ulcers.<br/></li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

  • Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is effective in healing heartburn, hyperacidity conditions, duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, and Crohn’s disease-associated ulcers.
  • Asv-Zol 20 Tablet can be prescribed to all age groups, including special populations like the elderly, pregnant, lactating mothers, and patients with kidney and liver disease.
  • Asv-Zol 20 Tablet helps manage acidity-related conditions, promotes digestion, and provides relief from associated discomfort.

FAQs

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is used to treat Hyperacidity, Heartburn, Stomach ulcer, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI), which is a type of medication. Proton pumps are enzymes found in the stomach lining that aid in the production of acid needed for digestion. Esomeprazole impairs the function of proton pumps. This decreases the quantity of acid produced by the stomach.

No. Asv-Zol 20 Tablet prevents excess production of stomach acid causing acid reflux and heartburn. If blood is coming in your stool or mucous immediately contact the doctor.

Yes. Asv-Zol 20 Tablet can alter certain medical tests like neuroendocrine tumours (secretin stimulation test), and urine screening tests for tetrahydrocannabinol (THC). So before undergoing such diagnostics test contact your doctor.

It is very unlikely that taking one or two extra doses by accident will cause any problems. However, you should check with your doctor if you have taken too much and have are feeling sweaty, have a fast heartbeat, are feeling sleepy.

There's no firm evidence to suggest that taking Asv-Zol 20 Tablet will reduce fertility in either men or women. However, speak to your doctor if you're trying to get pregnant and do as advised.

You can eat and drink normally while taking Asv-Zol 20 Tablet. However, you should avoid foods that seem to make your indigestion worse, such as rich, spicy and fatty foods. You should also cut down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee and cola, as well as alcohol.

No. Gas and acidity are two different common discomforts. Acidity is caused when improper functioning of the valve (sphincter) is located at the junction of the stomach and food pipe. As a result stomach acid backflows and enters the upper part of the food pipe causing heartburn. On the other hand, gas is the result of the digestion of the food and drinks eliminating gases like carbon dioxide, hydrogen, nitrogen, methane, etc. from the body.

Prolonged intake of Asv-Zol 20 Tablet may lead to atrophic gastritis (inflammation of stomach cells), Vitamin B12 deficiency and weakening of bones or osteoporosis (loss of calcium, magnesium and vitamin D). Your doctor may prescribe calcium, vitamin D or haemoglobin enhancing medications to cope with long term side effects.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet should be used in children only if prescribed by the doctor. Please consult the doctor before giving Asv-Zol 20 Tablet to children.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet should be taken an hour before meals.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is usually taken on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning. If you take Asv-Zol 20 Tablet twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening.

Yes, Asv-Zol 20 Tablet can be taken with domperidone if prescribed by the doctor.

Antacids can be taken along with Asv-Zol 20 Tablet if prescribed by the doctor. However, it is advised to maintain a gap of 2 hours between Asv-Zol 20 Tablet and antacid medicines.

It is advised to take Asv-Zol 20 Tablet for the duration prescribed by the doctor. Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is usually prescribed for a short term. However, it may be indicated for a long term use in cases like Zollinger-Ellison syndrome and ulcer disease.

Do not discontinue Asv-Zol 20 Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectively, take Asv-Zol 20 Tablet for the duration prescribed by the physician.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet may cause weight gain in rare cases. Maintain a proper weight by eating healthy food and exercising regularly.

Yes, Asv-Zol 20 Tablet is safe to use if prescribed by the doctor.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet can be taken with ranitidine if prescribed by the doctor. No interactions were found between both the medicines.

Drinking alcohol with Asv-Zol 20 Tablet may cause dehydration and elevate the level of stomach acid thereby decreasing its efficiency. So, try to avoid/limit alcohol consumption with Asv-Zol 20 Tablet.

If you miss a dose of Asv-Zol 20 Tablet take it as soon as you remember, However, if it is almost time for the scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next dose at the scheduled time.

Asv-Zol 20 Tablet might cause side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, and vomiting. Consult the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.

Consult the doctor before taking other medicines while using Asv-Zol 20 Tablet to prevent interactions. Let the doctor know if you are taking blood thinners, antifungal agents, anti-HIV drugs, anti-viral drugs, iron supplements, antibiotics, cardiac medicines and anti-cancer drugs.