Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acidity, indigestion, heartburn, and peptic ulcers. Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus); this causes acidity and heartburn. Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the inner lining of the intestine and stomach.
Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Pantoprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Pantoprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby prevents backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity and heartburn.
Take Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet 1hour prior food. Swallow Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break it. You are advised to take Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, gas, dry mouth, dizziness and diarrhoea. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Inform your doctor before taking Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or intestinal obstruction. On long-term treatment, Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet may cause osteoporosis and hypomagnesemia (low magnesium levels). Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Fregid 75 mg/40 mg Tablet as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid.