Gutpraz LSV Capsule

Short Description

Gutpraz LSV Capsule is a prescription medicine used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux), intestinal ulcers, and irritable bowel syndrome. It reduces excess acid production in the stomach and prevents the reflux of stomach acid into the food pipe.

Dosage Form

Capsule SR

Introduction

Gutpraz LSV Capsule is taken with or without food 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 healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine. The most common side effects are nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, flatulence, constipation, headache, weakness, and flu-like symptoms. 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. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, avoiding foods that trigger your symptoms, increasing fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases. You should also tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

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. Gutpraz LSV Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

nausea stomach pain diarrhea flatulence constipation headache weakness flu-like symptoms

Alcohol Warning

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gutpraz LSV Capsule.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Gutpraz LSV Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Gutpraz LSV Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Gutpraz LSV Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Levosulpiride and Rabeprazole.

It is a well-tolerated medicine and provides relief for a long time. Take it one hour before the meal preferably in the morning. Inform your doctor if you get watery diarrhea, fever, or stomach pain that does not go away. Do not consume alcohol while taking Gutpraz LSV Capsule as it can increase the risk of stomach damage. Long-term use may cause weak or broken bones. Take adequate intake of dietary calcium and vitamin D or their supplements. Do not take Gutpraz LSV Capsule for longer than prescribed.