Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's
About Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's
Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the inner lining of the intestine and stomach.
Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's is a combination of two drugs: Lafutidine (H2 receptor antagonist) and Domperidone (a dopamine antagonist). Lafutidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reduces gastric acid secretion. Domperidone works by increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscles.
You are advised to take Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's 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 nausea, diarrhoea, dryness in the mouth, headache, drowsiness, dizziness, increased liver enzymes, and increased uric acid level in the blood. 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 Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding, intestinal obstruction, liver disease, kidney disease. Do not take Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's may cause sleepiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines and your health condition to rule out any side-effects.
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Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's belongs to a group of gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and peptic ulcers. Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's is a combination of two drugs: Lafutidine (H2 receptor antagonist) and Domperidone (a dopamine antagonist). Lafutidine works by blocking histamine H2 receptors located on the stomach lining, thereby reduces gastric acid secretion. Domperidone works by increasing the movements and contractions of stomach muscles.
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Drug Warnings
Do not take Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor before taking Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or intestinal obstruction. Do not take Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid. The Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's contains lafutidine which may mask gastric cancer symptoms, so Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's should be taken only after confirming the tumour is not malignant.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's may have interaction with antifungals (ketoconazole, fluconazole, posaconazole), medication for HIV/AIDS (saquinavir, darunavir), medication for heart diseases (bepridil), allergy medication (terfenadine), antimalarial medication (piperaquine) and antibiotic (sparfloxacin)
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Lafaxid-D Tablet 10's may have interactions with gastrointestinal bleeding, pituitary (brain) tumour, hemodialysis, liver, and kidney dysfunction.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
The stomach is usually protected from the acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like GERD, acidity, and peptic ulcers. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). This backflow (acid reflux) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Symptoms include heartburn, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing.
Peptic ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the stomach and intestine due to erosion of stomach protective lining. Symptoms include nausea, changes in appetite, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion.