Gastro Information

Gastro is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Heartburn are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Gastro has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Gastro. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Gastro also has some side effects, the most common being Diarrhoea, Headache, Nausea or vomiting. Some other side effects of Gastro have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Gastro are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Gastro's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Gastro's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Other contraindications of Gastro have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Gastro may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gastro is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Gastro Benefits & Uses
Gastro Dosage & How to Take
Gastro Side Effects
Gastro Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Gastro with Other Drugs
Gastro Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Gastro
Gastro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Gastro Benefits & Uses

Gastro is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Heartburn (Read More - Home Remedies for Heartburn: Natural Ways to Alleviate Discomfort)

Other Benefits

GERD
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Diabetic Gastroparesis

Gastro Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned
Geriatric	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: GERD (Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease) Before or After Meal: Before meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 1 months Special Instructions: Banned

Gastro Related Warnings

Is the use of Gastro safe for pregnant women?

Gastro can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Gastro safe during breastfeeding?

Gastro can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gastro on the Kidneys?

Gastro may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Gastro on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Gastro on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Gastro on the Heart?

Gastro may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Gastro with Other Drugs

Gastro should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Amitriptyline

Clarithromycin

Cimetidine

Gastro Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Gastro unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Allergy
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Gastro

Is this Gastro habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Gastro has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Gastro can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Gastro is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Gastro is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Gastro Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Gastro

Taking Gastro with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Gastro

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Gastro.

Unknown