Ecorest is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ecorest is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Ecorest safe for pregnant women?
Ecorest may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Ecorest, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Ecorest safe during breastfeeding?
Ecorest should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ecorest on the Kidneys?
Ecorest does not damage the kidneys.
What is the effect of Ecorest on the Liver?
Ecorest has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Ecorest on the Heart?
Ecorest is not harmful for the heart.
Ecorest should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ecorest unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ecorest habit forming or addictive?
Ecorest does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ecorest does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Ecorest is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ecorest for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ecorest
Taking Ecorest with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ecorest
Consumption of alcohol and Ecorest together may have severe effects on your health.
Yes, Ecorest helps to prevent and heal the ulcer. It is the main indication of this drug. However, It is best to consult your doctor to seek the right treatment of ulcer.
Avoid taking Ecorest with levothyroxine because it delays the absorption of levothyroxine and also affects the efficacy of levothyroxine. Please consult with your doctor before consuming these two drugs at the same time.
Ecorest is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting doctor. It can be harmful for people to take this medicine without a doctor's advice. If you are taking this drug by yourself then it can be discontinued.
This is because a long-term use of Ecorest can cause Vitamin B12 deficiency. Stomach acids help in the absorption of Vitamin B 12, and this drug suppresses stomach acid which is required for the absorption of vitamin B12. Hence patients taking [medicine] for a long time have Vitamin B12 deficiency. To replenish Vitamin B12 in your body your doctor prescribes this vitamin along with this medicine.
Ecorest works by blocking the action of an enzyme (H+/K+ATPase) in the cells (parietal) of the stomach which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. Due to blockage of this enzyme, the production of acid is decreased, and this helps to relieve the stomach from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problem.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
