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Used In
Treatment of Intestinal ulcers / Treatment of Stomach ulcers
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Benefits
In Treatment of Intestinal ulcers Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Gistress Tablet is used to treat intestinal ulcers. Gistress Tablet works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Gistress Tablet also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Gistress Tablet as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear. In Treatment of Stomach ulcers Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Gistress Tablet is used to treat stomach ulcers. Gistress Tablet covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Side Effects
The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them.
How to use
Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gistress Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works
Gistress Tablet forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.
Caution: It is important to consult your doctor regarding alcohol consumption while taking Gistress Tablet .
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Gistress Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Safe when prescribed by an expert: Gistress Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Not Safe: Gistress Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution Advised: Gistress Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gistress Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.
Seek medical advice from your doctor: There is limited information available on the use of Gistress Tablet in patients with liver disease. Doctor consultation is advised.
What if I forget to take it?
If a dose of Gistress Tablet is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.
Manufacturer Address
720, Anna Salai, Nandanam, Chennai - 600 035., India
References
Wallace JL, Sharkey KA. Pharmacotherapy of Gastric Acidity, Peptic Ulcers, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilmans: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1315
McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1075-76
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