Pantoprazole Gastro-resistant Tablets IP
Avazol 40 is a medication that reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach. It is used to treat various acid-related diseases of the stomach and intestine, including heartburn, acid reflux, peptic ulcer disease, and other conditions that are associated with excessive acid production. It is also used to prevent stomach ulcers and acidity that may be caused by the prolonged use of painkillers.
Manufactured/Marketed By : Avadia Pharmaceuticals Private Limited
Chemical Class : Sulfinylbenzimidazole Derivative
Habit Forming : No
Therapeutic Class : GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class : Proton pump inhibitors
Storage : Store below 30°C
Avazol 40 belongs to a class of medicines known as proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It should be taken one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The dose will depend on your underlying condition and how you respond to the medicine. Even if your symptoms disappear quickly, you should keep taking the medicine as prescribed. To increase the efficiency of the treatment, you can eat smaller meals more often and avoid caffeinated drinks (such as tea and coffee), and spicy or fatty foods.
The most common side effects associated with this medicine include nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, flatulence, diarrhea, and stomach pain. These symptoms are generally mild, but if they persist or worsen, you should consult your doctor. Long-term use of this medicine may increase the risk of side effects. For instance, using this medicine for more than 1 year may increase the risk of bone fractures, especially with higher doses. Therefore, it is essential to talk to your doctor about ways to prevent bone loss (osteoporosis), such as taking calcium and vitamin D supplements.
Before taking Avazol 40, you should inform your doctor if you have severe liver problems, are taking medications for HIV, have ever had an allergic reaction to similar medicines in the past, or suffer from bone loss (osteoporosis). Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
To use Avazol 40, follow your doctor's instructions on dosage and duration. Swallow the tablet whole, without chewing, crushing, or breaking it. Take Avazol 40 on an empty stomach, usually one hour before a meal, preferably in the morning.
Avazol 40 belongs to a class of medicines called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs). It works by decreasing the amount of acid produced in the stomach, which helps to alleviate symptoms of acid-related conditions such as indigestion and heartburn.