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Loress 10 Mg Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Acidity, Peptic Ulcer, GERD are some of its major therapeutic uses. Loress 10 Mg Capsule also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Loress 10 Mg Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Loress 10 Mg Capsule as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Loress 10 Mg Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Loress 10 Mg Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Mild and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Loress 10 Mg Capsule related warnings talks about Loress 10 Mg Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Loress 10 Mg Capsule contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Loress 10 Mg Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Loress 10 Mg Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Loress 10 Mg Capsule 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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Is the use of Loress 10 Mg Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Loress has little to no side effects in pregnant women.
Is the use of Loress 10 Mg Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Loress 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.
What is the effect of Loress 10 Mg Capsule on the Kidneys?
Loress may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Loress 10 Mg Capsule on the Liver?
Side effects of Loress rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Loress 10 Mg Capsule on the Heart?
Loress may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Loress 10 Mg Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Loress 10 Mg Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Loress 10 Mg Capsule is not addictive in nature.
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 Loress 10 Mg Capsule can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Loress 10 Mg Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Loress 10 Mg Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Loress 10 Mg Capsule
Taking Loress 10 Mg Capsule with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Loress 10 Mg Capsule
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Loress 10 Mg Capsule as it can have severe side effects.
Yes, Loress can cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. However, if you are experiencing any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine, please consult your doctor right away and follow his/her instructions.
Loress is a brand name for omeprazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called proton pump inhibitor. It is used for the treatment of erosive esophagitis, peptic and duodenal ulcer, and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It is also used in combination with a certain antibiotic to prevent ulcer associated with H. pylori.
Yes, Loress can cause diarrhea. However, diarrhea could be a sign of contracted infection too. If you experience severe diarrhea after consuming this medicine, inform the doctor right away without further delay.
Loress works by blocking the action of proton pump inhibitor which is responsible for acid production in the stomach. By blocking the production of acid in the stomach it helps to relieve from acidity, heartburn, GERD, stomach ulcer and other acidity related stomach problems.
Discontinuation of Loress on your own can cause harmful effects on your body. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor before discontinuing medicine on your own.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Prilosec (omeprazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 651-653
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 945-947