Ocid-D Capsule

Ocid D Capsule is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Omeprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.

Ocid-D Capsule is a combination of Domperidone and Omeprazole. The active ingredients fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and PPI (Proton pump inhibitor), respectively.

It is also prescribed to the patients of peptic ulcer and who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. The medicine tightens the muscles near the entrance of the stomach and relaxes the ones present at the exit.

The action of this medication helps to speed up the passing of the food that you intake - from your stomach to your intestine, reducing the feeling of nausea and sickness, also preventing vomiting.

Ocid D medicine also works by blocking or reducing the stimulation in the ‘vomiting centre’ of your brain, which will eventually reduce the feeling of nausea and vomiting. The possible side effects of taking this medication can be headache, migraine, dryness of the mouth or breast pain.

You are advised not to take Ocid-D Capsule if you have the following conditions:

• An allergy to Ocid-D Capsule or any other ingredient of this medicine
• Bleeding problems or blockage in your stomach or in the intestine
• Tumour in the pituitary gland
• Cardiac disease
• Incorrect levels of magnesium, potassium or calcium in the blood
• Severe /moderate liver impairment

• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease

• Peptic Ulcer

• Allergy

• Skin Rash

• Diarrhoea

• Headache

• Stomach Pain

• Dizziness

• Weakness

• Dry Mouth

• Cough

• Rhinitis

• Flatulence

• Insomnia

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medication is excreted primarily in urine and the effect of this medicine lasts for a duration of 72 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed within 1 to 2 hours of administration.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication can be used during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for breastfeeding women.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ocid-D Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Lokcidom 10 mg/20 mg Tablet

  Tas Med India Pvt Ltd

• Minisec Ar 10 Mg/20 Mg Tablet

  Pulse Pharmaceuticals

• Omlink D Capsule

  Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Aciloc RD Tablet

  Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Omesec-Rd Capsule

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Domzole 10 mg/20 mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Ordom 10 Mg/20 Mg Capsule

  BestoChem Formulations India Ltd

• Valv D Capsule

  Spenchem Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Gr8 10Mg/20Mg Capsule

  Franco-Indian Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

• Om-Dd Capsule

  Pinenut Life Care India Pvt Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Ocid D Capsule attaches to the dopaminergic receptors without causing any release of the chemical dopamine. It, in turn, facilitates gastric emptying and decreases small bowel transit time. Also, it binds to H+/K+-exchanging ATPase in gastric parietal cells, resulting in blockage of acid secretion.

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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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Alcohol

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

• Interaction with Lab Test

  Lab

  The patients taking Ocid D Capsule have been reported for false results, as it interacts with investigations of Neuroendocrine Tumors, Secretin Stimulation Test, Urine Tests for THC. Thus an alternative confirmatory test should be considered to verify the results.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Concomitant use of Antiretrovirals, warfarin, methotrexate, digoxin, Drugs Dependent on Gastric pH for Absorption (e.g., iron salts, erlotinib, dasatinib, nilotinib, mycophenolate mofetil, ketoconazole, itraconazole), tacrolimus, antiarrhythmics, apomorphine, protease inhibitors, systemic azole antifungals, some macrolides (erythromycin, clarithromycin and telithromycin) is contraindicated.

  Warfarin

  Ocid D Capsule should be used with caution in you are also taking warfarin. If co-administration is needed, then regular monitoring of prothrombin time, unusual bleeding, the presence of blood in urine is necessary. Appropriate dose adjustments are to be made under doctors supervision.

• Interaction with Food

  Food

  Information not available.

• Interaction with Disease

  • Kidney Disease: This medication should be used with caution if you are suffering from impaired kidney function. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring is advised, especially if the impairment is severe.
  • Liver Disease: This medicine should be used with caution if you are suffering from impaired liver function. Suitable dose adjustment and safety monitoring are advised, especially if the impairment is mild to moderate. For severe impairment, the use of this medicine is not recommended.
  • Intestinal Disorders: This medication should be used with extreme caution in people having serious intestinal problems like internal bleeding, an obstruction or perforation of the stomach and intestine. Use of alternate medicine is advised in such cases.

• Ques : What is Ocid-D Capsule?

  Ans : This medication has Omeprazole and Domperidone as an active ingredient present. It performs its action by treating gastroesophageal reflux diseases. This medication is also used to reduce acid production in the body.

• Ques : What are the uses of Ocid-D Capsule?

  Ans : Ocid D is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like helicobacter pylori Infection, erosive Eesophagitis, duodenal ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux diseases.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Ocid-D Capsule?

  Ans : This is a list of possible side-effects which may occur due to the constituting ingredients of this medication. These include appetite loss, fever, joint pain, diarrhea, sore throat, pain, constipation, breathing difficulty and dizziness.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Ocid-D Capsule?

  Ans : Ocid D Capsule should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets. A doctor should be consulted regarding the dosage of Ocid d capsule.

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• Domperidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2005 [Cited 27 February 2020]. Available from:

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• Omeprazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [Cited 27 February 2020]. Available from:

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