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Limzer is prescribed in the treatment of some diseases of the gastrointestinal tract such as gastroesophageal reflux disease, Zollinger - Ellison syndrome,... So what is Limzer drug?
1. What is Limzer?
1.1. Ingredients Limzer is a digestive medicine, effective in the treatment of diseases of the gastrointestinal tract. The drug has the main ingredients:
Omeprazole 20 mg. Domperidone 30 mg. 1.2. Indications Limzer is indicated in the following cases:
Gastroesophageal reflux Patients with esophagitis caused by gastroesophageal reflux. The patient suffered from dyspepsia due to gastroparesis and gastroesophageal reflux. Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. 1.3. Contraindications Limzer is contraindicated in the following cases:
People who are sensitive to any ingredient of the drug. Limzer should not be used concomitantly with CYP3A4 inhibitors that have the potential to prolong the QT interval on the electrocardiogram such as ketoconazole, fluconazole, voriconazole, erythromycin, clarithromycin, amiodarone, itraconazole, amprenavir, fosamprenavir, atazanavir, indinavir, nelfinavir, ritonavir , saquinavir, diltiaze, verapamil and antiemetics inhibit neurokinin-1 receptors in the brain. 1.4. Patients with severe liver failure should regularly check liver enzymes while using Limzer, especially when used for a long time. If elevated liver enzymes occur, the drug should be discontinued. Before using Limzer for treatment, malignancy of the stomach and esophagus should be excluded because its use can reduce the symptoms of malignancy, making diagnosis difficult. Limzer should be used with caution in high-risk patients such as: Prolonged cardiac conduction time, especially prolonged QT interval; Patients with marked electrolyte disturbances such as hypokalemia, hypomagnesaemia; Patients with cardiovascular disease such as congestive heart failure; For patients with renal impairment and the elderly: No dose adjustment is required.
Thuốc Limzer được kê đơn trong điều trị một số bệnh lý về đường tiêu hóa
2. Dosage and how to use Limzer
Adults use the dose of Limzer prescribed by the doctor: 1 tablet / time / day. Patients should take Limzer at least 1 hour before eating or at least 2 hours after eating.
Limzer overdose can cause symptoms such as confusion, blurred vision, drowsiness, heart palpitations, dry mouth, nausea, vomiting, flushing, headache, diarrhea, increased peristalsis.
There is no specific antagonist to Limzer. Omeprazole is strongly protein bound and therefore cannot be dialyzed. In the event of an overdose of Limzer, treatment should be symptomatic, and gastric lavage may be effective.
If you forget a dose of Limzer, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take your next dose at the scheduled time.
3. Side effects of the drug Limzer
When using Limzer, you may experience the following side effects
Digestive disorders such as diarrhea, constipation. Nausea, flatulence, belching Insomnia Allergies, dizziness, light-headedness Feeling of headache, upper abdominal pain Hyperglycemia Skin rash, red, itchy cough Asthma Back pain Blurred vision Peripheral edema Decreased libido Possible Limzer drugs only promote effective treatment when used in the right dose and subject. Improper use of medications can lead to unwanted side effects, affecting quality of life.
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