It is very important to know about what medicine is given by the doctor, for what condition, and when it needs to be taken in what dose. This information given by the doctor is called Prescription. The patients should be familiar with the medicine prescription, and the details about the medicine before purchasing it and using it. Some medications need not be prescribed by healthcare practitioners and can be purchased and used without prescription by the patients; these are called over-the-counter medications. Read the drug prescription information of Axid solution before taking it.
What is Axid solution
Treating and preventing ulcers. It is also used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease and to treat and maintain healing of erosive esophagitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your health care provider. Axid solution is a histamine H2antagonist. It works by reducing acid in the stomach by blocking one of the chemicals (histamine) that stimulates the production of stomach acid.
Important safety information:
Axid solution may cause dizziness. Do not drive, operate machinery, or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how you react to Axid solution. Using Axid solution alone, with other medicines, or with alcohol may lessen your ability to drive or to perform other potentially dangerous tasks.
Use Axid solution with extreme caution in the ELDERLY because they may be more sensitive to its effects.
Use Axid solution with extreme caution in CHILDREN younger than 12 years of age. Safety and effectiveness in this age group have not been confirmed.
PREGNANCY and BREAST-FEEDING: If you become pregnant while taking Axid solution, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Axid solution during pregnancy. Axid solution is excreted in breast milk. Do not breast-feed while taking Axid solution.
Axid solution side effects
All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Diarrhea; dizziness; headache.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.
Generic drug is the basic drug with an active substance in it, and the name of the generic drug is same as active substance most of the times. Like Acetaminophen/Paracetemol is Generic name and it has different brand names like Tylenol, Acimol, Crocin, Calpol etc. All these Brand names contain the same Paracetemol, but the medications are manufactured by different companies, so the different brand names. Generic drug is always cheaper and affordable, and it can be replaced in place of brand name drug prescribed by the healthcare practitioner. The Generic medicine has same properties as branded medicine in terms of uses, indications, doses, side effects, so no need to worry on that. Just select the most affordable generic or branded medicine.
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Can Axid solution be stopped immediately or do I have to stop the consumption gradually to ween off?
In some cases, it always advisable to stop the intake of some medicines gradually because of the rebound effect of the medicine.
It's wise to get in touch with your doctor as a professional advice is needed in this case regarding your health, medications and further recommendation to give you a stable health condition.
Who should not take Axid solution?
Some medical conditions may interact with Axid solution. Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:
if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
if you have allergies to medicines or other substances
if you have kidney or liver problems
if you have a history of the blood disease porphyria
Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Axid solution. Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:
Ketoconazole because effectiveness may be decreased by Axid solution
This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Axid solution may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.
How should I take Axid solution?
Use Axid solution as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.
Axid solution maybe taken with or without food.
Use a measuring device marked for medicine dosing. Ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you are unsure of how to measure the dose.
Continue to use Axid solution even if you feel well. Do not miss any doses.
Antacids may be taken as needed to help relieve stomach pain, unless your health care provider instructed otherwise.
If you miss a dose of Axid solution, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Axid solution.
Can Axid solution be taken or consumed while pregnant?
Please visit your doctor for a recommendation as such case requires special attention.
Can Axid solution be taken for nursing mothers or during breastfeeding?
Kindly explain your state and condition to your doctor and seek medical advice from an expert.
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