Proz 40mg Injection

Here you'll find essential details about Proz 40mg Injection, a Lancer Health Care Pvt Ltd product containing the salt combination Omeprazole (40mg). Key uses of this medication include Acidity,Treatment of Heartburn,Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux),Peptic ulcer disease,Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. Take a moment to explore the specific information provided in the 'Detail' section and utilize the wishlist and compare features for a better understanding.

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Salt Combination: Omeprazole (40mg)
Brand: Lancer Health Care Pvt Ltd
Uses: Acidity,Treatment of Heartburn,Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux),Peptic ulcer disease,Treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome

Description

Proz 40mg Injection 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
Proz 40mg Injection 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.

Cautions

Liver:	CAUTION: Proz 40mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Proz 40mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. A lower dose may be advised in patients with liver disease and who have to Take Proz 40mg Injection for a long time.
Kidney:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Proz 40mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Proz 40mg Injection is recommended.
Driving:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: It is not known whether Proz 40mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Proz 40mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Proz 40mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Proz 40mg Injection.
Drug Action:	Proton-Pump Inhibitors
Therapeutic class:	GASTRO INTESTINAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Timoprazole Derivative

Uses of Proz 40mg Injection

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
Proz 40mg Injection 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
Proz 40mg Injection 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 Proz 40mg Injection, 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.

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