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ACIPANT 40MG TABLET belongs to the class of drugs known as Proton pump inhibitor, which reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It treats gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stomach ulcers, Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (overproduction of acid due to a pancreatic tumour), duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, and Crohn’s disease-associated ulcers.
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET helps reduce stomach acid by blocking the action of an enzyme (H+/K+ ATPase, also known as the gastric proton pump), thus prevents the release of stomach acid and relieving symptoms of food pipe lining inflammation (esophagitis), gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), or heartburn.
Not everyone who is taking ACIPANT 40MG TABLET will get these side effects. ACIPANT 40MG TABLET may have common side effects, such as headache, diarrhoea, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, dizziness, and joint pain. These side effects are temporary and may resolve on their own over time. However, if these side effects persist, don't hesitate to contact your doctor.
Take ACIPANT 40MG TABLET as advised. Your physician will decide the dosage based on your medical condition. You should take ACIPANT 40MG TABLET 30 minutes before food. It is recommended not to exceed the recommended dose of ACIPANT 40MG TABLET. Do not chew, crush, or break the medicine.
Inform your physician if you are allergic to ACIPANT 40MG TABLET. Tell your doctor if you have stomach or intestinal cancer, liver problems, are allergic to ACIPANT 40MG TABLET or will have an endoscopy in the future. Prolonged intake of ACIPANT 40MG TABLET may cause a deficiency of Vitamin B12 and low levels of calcium, magnesium and Vitamin D, leading to osteoporosis. ACIPANT 40MG TABLET is not recommended for children below 5 years of age. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET is used to treat peptic ulcers, heartburn, and hyperacidity. The following are the specific applications of ACIPANT 40MG TABLET:
Unsafe
Drinking alcohol with ACIPANT 40MG TABLET may cause dehydration and elevate the level of stomach acid thereby decreasing its efficiency. So try to avoid, limit alcohol or contact doctor before intake of ACIPANT 40MG TABLET.
Consult your doctor
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET is safe for use in pregnant women. However, please consult your physician before taking the medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.
Consult your doctor
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET is safe for use in lactating mothers. However, please consult your physician before taking the medicine. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing it.
Caution
In some cases, ACIPANT 40MG TABLET may cause dizziness, sleepiness, or blur vision. If you observe these symptoms, do not drive or operate heavy machinery until you feel better.
Caution
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET should be taken with caution if you have liver problems.
Consult your doctor
Patients with kidney disease should consult a doctor before taking ACIPANT 40MG TABLET.
Caution
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET is not be prescribed for children under 5 years of age. It is generally prescribed from 5-16 years of children for the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD).
Safe if prescribed
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET can generally be used even if you have heart problems, but only under your doctor’s guidance. Consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding it.
Caution
ACIPANT 40MG TABLET can be taken by geriatric patients, but with caution and medical supervision.
Have a query?
Drug-Drug Interaction: ACIPANT 40MG TABLET may interact with a blood thinner (clopidogrel, warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole, voriconazole, itraconazole, posaconazole), anti-HIV drug (atazanavir, nelfinavir), iron supplements, antibiotic (ampicillin, rifampicin), heart medicine (digoxin) and anti-cancer drug (methotrexate). Let your doctor know if you are taking these medicines.
Drug-Food Interaction: ACIPANT 40MG TABLET interacts with St John's wort plant that is used as an antidepressant. This plant may affect the working of ACIPANT 40MG TABLET. So avoid its intake with ACIPANT 40MG TABLET.
Drug-Disease Interaction: ACIPANT 40MG TABLET should not be given to patients with Clostridium difficile-induced colitis, liver disease, bone fractures, low Vitamin B12 (anaemia), and low magnesium (hypomagnesemia).
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