Acogut 100Mg Tablet
About Acogut 100Mg Tablet
This tablet is used to treat patients with dyspepsia. It helps to relieve patients with symptoms such as early satiety, bloating or gas after a meal, and epigastric discomfort or pain. The drug functions by stimulating the increased production of a neurotransmitter called acetylcholine, which increases the capacity of the motility of your intestine.
It is recommended to take this tablet before the meals. You are also advised to stick to your doctor’s advice and complete the entire course of treatment. Avoid coffee, spicy, pickled or high-fat food, and citrus fruits since they can aggravate the condition.
The commonly observed side effects caused by this drug are diarrhea, and headaches. These effects do not need any special medical aid. You can consult a doctor if it persists for a longer duration.
Take exactly as directed; do not increase, decrease, or adjust dosage without consulting prescriber. Take pulse daily, prior to medication, and follow prescriber's instruction about holding medication.
You are recommended to take this medication before you have your meals. This medical condition might recur if you do not complete the course of treatment. If you are in the habit of smoking, you are advised to quit smoking.
Do not use alcohol or OTC medications (eg, cold remedies) without consulting prescriber. If diabetic, monitor serum sugars closely (may alter glucose tolerance or mask signs of hypoglycemia).
What are the uses of Acogut 100Mg Tablet
Dyspepsia
Belching
What are the contraindications of Acogut 100Mg Tablet ?
What are the side effects of Acogut 100Mg Tablet ?
Headache
Key highlights of Acogut 100Mg Tablet
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is not known whether consumption of alcohol is safe or not while taking this medicine. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using the medicine if you are pregnant.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Please consult your doctor before using the medicine if you are breastfeeding a baby.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
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.
What are the substitutes for Acogut 100Mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Acogut 100Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
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What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Consult a doctor in case of overdose.
How does this medication work?
The medication causes stimulation of postprandial gastric motor activity. It also leads to emptying of gastric by causing hindrance to AChE without combining to serotonin 5-HT4 and dopamine D2.
What are the interactions of Acogut 100Mg Tablet ?
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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FAQs about Acogut 100Mg Tablet
Ques : What is Acogut 100mg tablet?
Ans : Acogut 100Mg contains Acotiamide as active ingredient. It releases acetylcholine, a chemical that increases the motility of the intestine.
Ques : What is the use of Acogut 100mg tablet?
Ans : Acogut Tablet is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like loss of appetite, bloating, belching, nausea, stomach pain, etc. associated with functional dyspepsia.
Ques : What are the side effects of Acogut 100mg tablet?
Ans : Possible side-effects include diarrhea, constipation, dizziness, rash and abnormal liver function.
Ques : Is it safe to use during pregnancy?
Ans : Acogut Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless prescribed by a doctor.
Ques : How long do I need to use acogut 100mg tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : This medication should be consumed, until the complete eradication of the disease.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use acogut 100mg tablet ?
Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition.
Ques : Should I use acogut 100mg tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : The salts involved in this medication work properly on an empty stomach.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of acogut 100mg tablet?
Ans : This medication contains salts which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.
Ques : How to consume Acogut 100Mg Tablet?
Ans : Acogut 100Mg Tablet should be taken before meals. It is advised to always take the complete course of treatment as advised by your doctor even if you start to feel better.
Ques : What are the uses of Acogut 100Mg Tablet?
Ans : It is used in the treatment of functional dyspepsia. It helps in relieving the symptoms like bloating after a meal, pain/discomfort in the upper abdomen, and early satiety.
Ques : How Acogut 100Mg Tablet works?
Ans : It increases the release of acetylcholine, a chemical that can increase the motility of the intestine.
Ques : What are the common side effects of Acogut 100Mg Tablet?
Ans : Side effects of Acogut 100Mg Tablet includes Headache, Diarrhea.
References
Acotiamide- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/acotiamide
Acotiamide- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB12482
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