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Ancid Peppermint is indicated in the treatment of a number of diseases related to the gastrointestinal tract such as acute benign gastric ulcer, acute duodenal ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux disease. Let's refer to some information about Ancid Peppermint that will help you use the drug safely and effectively.
1. What does Ancid Peppermint do?
Peppermint Ancid contains the main ingredients are Calcium carbonate, Famotidine, Magnesium hydroxide.
In the table of ingredients above, Calcium carbonate has the ability to treat symptoms caused by excessive stomach acid such as heartburn, abdominal pain or frequent indigestion. This is an antacid that works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach.
With Famotidine , this is known to be a histamine H2 antagonist. This active ingredient works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach. As a result, it will help heal and prevent stomach ulcers, improve symptoms such as heartburn and stomach pain.
Another important ingredient of Ancid Peppermint is Magnesium hydroxide. The effect of this ingredient is to reduce gastric acid secretion while the secretion of other digestive juices and gastric function are affected to a small extent.
With the listed ingredients, Ancid Peppermint has the effect of supporting the treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers and a number of other related diseases.
2. Indications and contraindications for Ancid Peppermint
Ancid Peppermint drug is used in cases such as:
Patients are diagnosed with acute benign gastric ulcer, acute duodenal ulcer. Patients with mild to moderate gastroesophageal reflux disease. People with diseases of the gastrointestinal tract (including Zollinger-Ellison or multiple endocrine neoplasia). Ancid Peppermint is contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the components of the drug.
3. Dosage and how to use Ancid Peppermint
Patients can refer to the dosage as follows:
Benign acute gastric ulcer: Use at a dose of 1 tablet/day at bedtime. Acute duodenal ulcer: Use at a dose of 1 tablet/day at bedtime, for a period of 4-8 weeks. Erosive esophagitis with reflux : Use with a dose of 1 tablet x 2 times / day, used for up to 12 weeks. Patients with pathologies of increased gastric secretion (Zollinger-Ellison or multiple endocrine neoplasia): Should be used with an adult starting dose of 20 mg / time / 6 hours. However, some patients can start taking the drug at a higher dose when directed by their doctor. In particular, in some cases, the dose can be increased to 160mg/time, taking the drug every 6 hours when severe Zollinger - Ellison syndrome. Patients with severe renal impairment (when the creatinine clearance is less than 10 ml/min): Patients need to adjust the dose according to the indications and pay attention to the drug interval that must be prolonged from 36 to 48 hours.
4. Ancid Peppermint side effects
Ancid Peppermint drug has the risk of causing some side effects for users during use, such as:
Common side effects: Headache, dizziness, constipation or diarrhea. Uncommon side effects: Fatigue, asthenia, arrhythmia, cholestatic jaundice, abnormal liver enzymes. Patients may also experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, abdominal discomfort, and dry mouth after taking the drug. Some cases of anaphylaxis, angioedema, eye edema, facial edema, urticaria, rash, musculoskeletal pain, generalized convulsions, hallucinations, conjunctival congestion, confusion, agitation, depression ... Rare side effects: Palpitations, agranulocytosis, pancytopenia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia. Patients may also experience hair loss, pimples, itching, and dry skin. When undesirable effects appear, you need to contact your doctor for the best advice.
5. Drug interactions
Patients should not drink alcohol while using Ancid Peppermint to avoid interactions.
In addition, Ancid Peppermint also has the potential to interact with some other drugs. Therefore, you need to inform your doctor about the drugs and supplements you are using to get the best advice.
6. Be careful when using drugs
Patients need to have a thorough examination, eliminate the possibility of melanoma before treatment because Ancid Peppermint can mask symptoms, delay diagnosis. In patients with renal impairment (clearance less than 10 ml/min) the dose should be reduced when using Ancid Peppermint or increased interval between doses to ensure safety. After treatment with Ancid Peppermint for a period of 2 weeks without any improvement in symptoms, the patient should discontinue the drug and consult the treating physician. Ancid Peppermint should be used with caution in people who need to drive and operate machinery because the drug can cause headaches and dizziness. Do not use Ancid Peppermint in pregnant and lactating women. Above is the basic information about Ancid Peppermint, especially its effects, dosage and instructions for appropriate drug use. You should take medicine when prescribed by a doctor, absolutely do not buy and use drugs at home to ensure safety for health.
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