• Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule is a combination medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) and peptic ulcer disease by relieving the symptoms of acidity such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation
• It also neutralizes the acid and promotes easy passage of gas to reduce stomach discomfort
• Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor
• The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine
• You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends
• If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen
• Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
• The most common side effects are stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, headache, flatulence, weakness, and increased saliva production
• Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time
• Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects
• This medicine may cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
• Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness
• Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.
• Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are suffering from liver disease
• You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Uses of Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule

• In Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux) Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition in which there is an excess production of acid in the stomach
• Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the pain associated with heartburn and acid reflux
• You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective
• Some simple lifestyle changes can help reduce the symptoms of GERD
• Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax
• Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed
• In Peptic ulcer disease Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine)
• Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally
• You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer
• You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule, 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

Common and Known Side effects of Vexirab IT 20mg/150mg Capsule

• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Constipation
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Flatulence
• Weakness
• Flu-like symptoms
• Increased saliva production
• Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
• Back pain