PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet Substitute
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Composition:
LEVOSULPIRIDE-75MG + PANTOPRAZOLE-40MG
Uses:
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, acidity, indigestion, heartburn, and peptic ulcers.
Medicinal Benefits:
PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, acidity, indigestion heartburn, and peptic ulcers. PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Pantoprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Pantoprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby preventing the backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity and heartburn.
PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet is a combination of two drugs, namely: Pantoprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Pantoprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby prevents backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Avoid lying down immediately after meals to prevent acid reflux. Raise the head of the bed 10-20cm by putting a pillow so that the head and chest are above the waist. This helps in preventing acid reflux.
PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet contains pantoprazole which might increase the risk of osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones). This mainly occurs in people taking higher doses of PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet for longer durations. Your doctor may prescribe calcium and vitamin D supplements if you are at risk of osteoporosis.
Do not take PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not find symptomatic relief. The doctor may monitor your condition regularly if you are on long term treatment with PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of PP Set LS 75mg/40mg Tablet. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might help in stimulating saliva and thereby prevents drying of the mouth.