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Gcolate 1mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Icon Life Sciences
Medicine Composition :  Glycopyrrolate
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Gcolate 1mg Tablet

Gcolate 1mg Tablet belongs to a class of medications called anticholinergics. It is used in the treatment of ulcers. It reduces secretions in the throat, mouth and stomach before and after surgery. For curing peptic ulcers it is sometimes used in combination with other medications. Gcolate 1mg Tablet acts as a barrier to the activity of certain natural substances in the body.

You may experience certain side effects on using this medication. This includes reactions such as dryness of the mouth, blurred vision, headaches, clouded thoughts, nervousness, fatigue, dizziness, stomach problems, vomiting and constipation. In case you experience any severe side effects, notify your doctor. Such effects include diarrhoea, hives and breathing problems.

Before you start using Gcolate 1mg Tablet tell your doctor if: you are allergic to any medicine, food, substance or to Gcolate 1mg Tablet, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have glaucoma, you have high blood pressure, fast or irregular heartbeat, kidney, liver and nervous system disorders, you are pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant, or are nursing a baby.

Gcolate 1mg Tablet comes in a tablet, solution and injectible forms. The dosage will be determined by your doctor taking into consideration your specifications.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Gcolate 1mg Tablet

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Gcolate 1mg Tablet ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Gcolate 1mg Tablet

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Myo pyrolate injection may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Myo pyrolate injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Gcolate 1mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Gcolate 1mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    Gcolate 1mg Tablet is a synthetic acetylcholinergic substance which competitively binds to muscarinic acetylcholine receptor and inhibits the acetylcholine activity in peripheral cholinergic receptors and reduces volume and free acidity of gastric secretions, also controlling excessive secretions from pharyngeal, tracheal, and bronchial regions.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Gastroenterologist before using this medicine.

      References

      • Glycopyrrolate-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/glycopyrrolate

      • Glycopyrrolate-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00986

      • GLYCOPYRROLATE tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 14 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=GLYCOPYRROLATE

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

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