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Lafaxid-10 Tablet Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

LAFUTIDINE-10MG

Uses:

 Gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and  Peptic ulcer disease

Medicinal Benefits:

Lafaxid-10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called ‘H2-receptor antagonists’, which acts as an antacid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. It is used in the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux). It is also used in the treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a condition in which the tumors formed in the pancreas, and duodenum increases stomach acids) and gastric mucosal lesions.

FAQs

Lafaxid-10 Tablet works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Do not take Lafaxid-10 Tablet for the long term unless prescribed by a doctor. Prolonged use may cause unwanted side-effects. So, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks associated with the drug before using it for the long-term.

Lafaxid-10 Tablet cause common side effects like fatigue, drowsiness, headache, increased liver enzymes, constipation, increased uric acid level in blood, diarrhea, muscle pain, protein in urine.

Lafaxid-10 Tablet should be taken at night time as acid reflux is usually worse at night time. Take the tablet at a fixed time every day for better results.

Lafaxid-10 Tablet should not be stopped suddenly. Consult your doctor before stopping the Lafaxid-10 Tablet .