• Alcelak 20mg Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid produced in your stomach
• It is used in the treatment of acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine such as heartburn, acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
• It provides relief from symptoms and promotes healing
• Alcelak 20mg Tablet is best taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning
• The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine
• You should keep on taking it as prescribed even if your symptoms disappear quickly
• You can increase the efficiency of the treatment by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding caffeinated drinks (like tea and coffee), and spicy or fatty foods.
• The most common side effects observed with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, flatulence, diarrhea, and stomach pain
• These symptoms are generally mild but if they bother you or do not go away, consult your doctor
• Long-term use of this medicine may lead to an increased risk of side effects
• For instance, using this medicine for more than 1 year may increase your risk for bone fractures, especially with higher doses
• Talk to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis).
• Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know if you have or had severe liver problems, allergic reactions to similar medicines, or bone loss (osteoporosis)
• Other medicines may affect, or be affected by, this medicine
• Let your doctor know about all other medicines you are taking, to make sure it is safe
• This is particularly important if you are taking medicines for HIV, fungal infections, tuberculosis, epilepsy (fits), or some types of blood thinners
• Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Uses of Alcelak 20mg Tablet

• In Treatment of Heartburn Heartburn and acid reflux happens when a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents and acid to come back up into your esophagus and mouth
• Alcelak 20mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors
• It reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux
• You can increase the efficiency of the medicine by making certain lifestyle changes
• These include avoiding foods that trigger the symptoms, eating smaller more frequent meals, losing weight if you are overweight
• In Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome Zollinger-Ellison syndrome is a rare disorder where excessive stomach acid production leads to multiple peptic ulcers
• Symptoms include abdominal pain, diarrhea, and heartburn
• Alcelak 20mg Tablet By reducing the production of stomach acid, it helps alleviate symptoms such as abdominal pain, heartburn, and diarrhea
• Esomeprazole also aids in the healing of peptic ulcers, which are common in this condition
• By controlling the excessive acid secretion associated with Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, esomeprazole helps improve the overall digestive health and prevents complications such as gastrointestinal bleeding.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Alcelak 20mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Can I take Alcelak 20mg Tablet with domperidone?

This medicine can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone works by increasing the gut motility and Alcelak 20mg Tablet decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.

What should I know before taking Alcelak 20mg Tablet?

You should not take it if you are taking a medicine containing atazanavir and nelfinavir (used for HIV infection). Let your doctor know if you are suffering from any liver problems, persistent diarrhea or vomiting, black stools (blood-stained stools), unusual weight loss, trouble swallowing, stomach pain or indigestion. Tell your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you have or ever had an allergic skin reaction with this medicine. It should not be given to children who are less than 1 year of age or whose body weight is less than 10 kgs. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before taking this medicine to avoid harmful effects on the baby.

Can Alcelak 20mg Tablet cause diarrhea?

Yes, it may cause diarrhea as a side effect in some people. This is usually not bothersome, but if you experience persistent watery stools that do not go away, along with stomach cramps and fever, get medical help immediately.

For how long can Alcelak 20mg Tablet be taken?

Take it for as long as advised by your doctor. The duration may vary depending on your condition. Do not stop taking this medicine without talking to your doctor.

Can Alcelak 20mg Tablet cause calcium deficiency and osteoporosis?

It can cause osteoporosis (thinning of bones) as it decreases the calcium absorption leading to calcium deficiency. This leads to an increased risk of bone fractures on long-term use, like hip, wrist or spine fractures. Inform your doctor if you have osteoporosis or if you are taking corticosteroids (these can increase the risk of osteoporosis) before starting your therapy. Consult your doctor on ways to prevent this. Your doctor may advise you calcium or vitamin D supplements to reduce the risk.

What are the long term side effects of Alcelak 20mg Tablet?

If used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky, or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures (due to decreased calcium levels in the blood), especially hip, wrist, or spine, stomach infections, and vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make you anemic, as a result of which you may feel more tired, weak, or pale. Additionally, you may also have palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, indigestion, loss of appetite, flatulence (gas), or nerve problems such as numbness, tingling, and problem in walking.

Does Alcelak 20mg Tablet cause vitamin deficiencies?

It may cause vitamin B12 and vitamin C deficiency. When taken orally, vitamin B12 requires an acidic environment for its absorption from the stomach while this medicine causes a decrease in gastric acid secretion. You may need to take vitamin B12 supplements along with it. The clinical significance of the decrease in vitamin C levels is not known, so vitamin C supplementation is not recommended.

Can Alcelak 20mg Tablet be used in cardiac patients?

Patients with cardiac disease can Take Alcelak 20mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. However, it can interact with certain drugs (e.g clopidogrel, digoxin) which might be used by a patient with an underlying cardi...

Common and Known Side effects of Alcelak 20mg Tablet

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Flatulence
• Headache