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Ilanew 10mg Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ILAPRAZOLE-10MG

Uses:

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), Duodenal ulcer, Peptic ulcer, Dyspepsia.

Medicinal Benefits:

Ilanew 10mg Tablet belongs to a group of antiulcer medicines called proton pump inhibitors. Ilanew 10mg Tablet is used to treat duodenal ulcers, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (reflux of gastric contents into the oesophagus), heartburn and erosive oesophagitis (acid-related damage to the lining of the oesophagus). Ilanew 10mg Tablet works by blocking the action of the enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for the production of acid. This reduces the amount of acid produced, heals the ulcers and prevents the formation of new ulcers.

FAQs

Ilanew 10mg Tablet contains 'Ilaprazole', which works by blocking the action of the enzyme known as the gastric proton pump responsible for the production of acid. This reduces the amount of acid produced, heals the ulcers and prevents the formation of new ulcers. Thus, Ilanew 10mg Tablet prevents symptoms of hyperacidity which includes heartburn and indigestion.

Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Ilanew 10mg Tablet. Drink lots of fluids and eat fibre-rich food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in your stools (tarry stools) or if you experience excess diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Prolonged intake of Ilanew 10mg Tablet is linked with a greater risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, so if you develop diarrhoea that does not improve, immediately consult a doctor.

Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while taking Ilanew 10mg Tablet as it may lead to increased dizziness. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

Ilanew 10mg Tablet may cause dizziness and sleepiness. So, drive only if you are alert and omit driving or operating machinery if you feel dizzy or sleepy.

Ilanew 10mg Tablet is contraindicated in drugs belonging to the class of anti-osteoporosis medications. Ilanew 10mg Tablet decreases the efficiency of anti-osteoporosis medication.

No, Ilanew 10mg Tablet only treats hyperacidity, ulcer and gastric reflux, not nausea and vomiting. Consult your doctor for further advice.

Do not discontinue Ilanew 10mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Ilanew 10mg Tablet for as long as prescribed. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you feel any difficulty while taking Ilanew 10mg Tablet.