Ancid 150 MG Syrup

Belonging to a drug group known as histamine-2 blocker, Ancid 150 MG Syrup helps in reducing the amount of acid production in the stomach, effectively treating stomach and intestine ulcers. Moreover, the drug also helps in controlling conditions like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and zollinger-ellison syndrome which lead to excessive acid production in the stomach.

Consume the amount of this medication as per the instructions given by your doctor. The drug should be continued until the ulcer heals completely. Generally it takes about 8 weeks for an ulcer to properly heal.

Some common side effects of Ancid 150 MG Syrup include insomnia, dizziness, headache, tender or swollen breasts in case of men, diarrhea or even constipation and nausea which may be accompanied with vomiting.

• Duodenal Ulcer

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup helps in treating ulcers of the small intestine. It can also be used to prevent recurrence of ulcer in some patients.

• Gastric Ulcer

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup treats stomach ulcers that are benign. It is also used as a maintenance therapy after the ulcers have healed.

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup helps in treating condition where the acid produced in the stomach causes irritation in the food pipe.

• Erosive Esophagitis

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup treats condition where the food pipe is eroded due to prolonged acid reflux from the stomach.

• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome

  Ancid 150 MG Syrupcures symptoms of this rare condition where the acid secretion in the stomach is abnormally high.

• Hypersecretory Condition

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup helps in preventing conditions where the amount of acid secreted in the stomach is abnormally high.

• Allergy

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup is not recommended for use in patients who have a known history of allergy to Ranitidine (the primary constituent of Ancid 150 MG Syrup) or any other component of the medication.

• Porphyria

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup is not recommended for use in patients having this rare hereditary disease.

• Headache

• Dizziness

• Nausea Or Vomiting

• Diarrhoea

• Stomach Pain

• Mental Confusion

• Muscle Pain

• Difficulty In Breathing

• Gynecomastia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 4-6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The effect of this medication can be observed after an hour of oral or intravenous administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women should not use Ancid 150 MG Syrup during pregnancy. You should consult a doctor and use this medication only if the benefits outweigh the risks associated.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should not use this medication. You should consult a doctor and use Ancid 150 MG Syrup only if the benefits outweigh the risks associated.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ancid 150 MG Syrup , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Aciloc Only 150 MG Syrup

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next scheduled dose, then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of overdose may include confusion, fainting, and lightheadedness.

Ancid 150 MG Syrup acts by inhibiting the action of histamine at specific H2 receptors present in the gastric parietal cells. Thus, gastric acid secretion process is inhibited.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Ethanol

  Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine. Contact your doctor if you experience prolonged heartburn or presence of blood in the vomit or stools.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Ketoconazole

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Use of Ancid 150 MG Syrup tends to make Ketoconazole less effective. Inform the doctor if the symptoms do not improve or worsen. Do not discontinue the use of any medicine without consulting your doctor.

  Loperamide

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Dose adjustment and safety monitoring may be needed when both these medicines are taken together. Your doctor may prescribe alternative medicine if your intake of Loperamide is very high or you suffer have a heart condition.

  Metformin

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. An adjustment in dose and more frequent monitoring of blood level are advised when these two medicines are taken together.

  Atazanavir

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Your doctor may adjust the dosage of Atazanavir when it is to be consumed along with Ancid 150 MG Syrup. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting your doctor.

  Dasatinib

  Report the usage of either of the medications to the doctor. It is advised to replace one or both of these medicines with alternates that do not interact. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting the doctor.

  Pazopanib

  Report the use of either of the medicine to the doctor. Use of these two medications together should be avoided. Your doctor may prescribe suitable alternatives in such cases.

• Interaction with Disease

  Gastrointestinal Bleeding

  Use of Ancid 150 MG Syrup is not recommended for use if any symptoms indicating gastrointestinal bleeding exists. Consult your doctor if there is blood in vomit or the stools are bloody or black.

  Porphyria

  Ancid 150 MG Syrup should be used with extreme caution in patients having a history of acute Porphyria.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.