Cintaride Tablet

Description

Cintaride Tablet is taken after meals 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

The most common side effects are headache and nausea. 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 diarrhea, so its better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine as it may help to prevent dehydration.

Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor.

USES OF CINTARIDE TABLET

• • Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

• • Indigestion

BENEFITS OF CINTARIDE TABLET

In Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) is a chronic (long-term) condition which is like having heartburn consistently rather than just occasionally. It happens because a muscle above your stomach relaxes too much and allows stomach contents to come back up into your oesophagus and mouth. Cintaride Tablet 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.

SIDE EFFECTS OF CINTARIDE TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Cintaride

• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Nausea

HOW TO USE CINTARIDE TABLET

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cintaride Tablet is to be taken with food.

HOW CINTARIDE TABLET WORKS

Cintaride Tablet indirectly stimulates the release of acetylcholine, a chemical messenger that can increase the motility of the intestine.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Cintaride Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cintaride Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cintaride Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cintaride Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cintaride Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Cintaride Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE CINTARIDE TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Cintaride Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.