R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet
About R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet
This medication is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Ranitidine medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.
R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of Domperidone and Ranitidine. The active ingredients fall under the class of dopamine antagonist and histamine (H2) receptor blocker, respectively. It also relieves heartburn, indigestion, stomach irritation or pain.
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.
This 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 R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet if you have the following conditions:
- An allergy to R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet 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
What are the uses of R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Peptic Ulcer
What are the side effects of R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet ?
Headache
Muscle Pain
Difficulty In Breathing
Convulsions
Breast Tenderness
Key highlights of R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 4-6 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine can be observed after an hour of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Caution is advised while using this medicine during pregnancy.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Caution is advised while using this medicine during breastfeeding.
What are the substitutes for R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Rantac-Dom Tablet
J B Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Randex 10 mg/150 mg Tablet
Zee Laboratories
- Reloc DM 10 mg/150 mg Tablet
Reddy Pharmaceuticals
- Ranloc DM Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Zynol DM 10 mg/150 mg Tablet
Micro Labs Ltd
- Helkoss D 10Mg/150Mg Tablet
Lupin Ltd
- Bintac D 10 mg/150 mg Tablet
Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
- Ranitas DM 10 mg/150 mg Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- R Plus Tablet
RKG Pharma
- Ranicom D 10 Mg/150 Mg Tablet
Comed Chemicals Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact a doctor immediately if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
This medication 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 inhibits the action of histamine at specific H2 receptors present in the gastric parietal cells. Thus, gastric acid secretion process is inhibited.
What are the interactions of R Loc D 10mg/150mg 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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Interaction with Alcohol
Ethanol
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking this medicine.Interaction with Others
Lab
Information not available.Interaction with Medicine
Dasatinib
Report the usage of either of the medications to the doctor. It is advised to replace one or both of these medicines with alternates that do not interact. Do not stop the usage of any medication without consulting the doctor.Interaction with Food
Food
Information not available.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients suffering from gastro-intestinal bleeding and liver disease should exercise caution.
FAQs about R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet
Ques : What is R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet?
Ans : R loc d tablet is a medication which has Domperidone and Ranitidine as active ingredients present in it. This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of dopamine chemical messengers in the brain.
Ques : What are the uses of R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet?
Ans : R loc d 10 mg 150 mg is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like esophagus inflammation, vomiting, gastric ulcer and peptic diseases.
Ques : What are the Side Effects of R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet?
Ans : Breast enlargement, Amenorrhea, galactorrhoea, pruritus, skin rashes and diarrhea are possible side effects.
Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet?
Ans : R loc 10 mg 150 mg tablet should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.
Ques : Should I use R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet empty stomach, before food or after food?
Ans : This medication is to be taken on an empty stomach as any additional nutrient can alter its mechanism of action.
Ques : How long do I need to use R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : This medication will take around 1 day to 1 month of a time range to improve patients condition.
Ques : Is there any food or drink I need to avoid?
Ans : There is no specific food product to avoid, under usage of this medication.
Ques : Will R Loc D 10mg/150mg Tablet be more effective if taken in more than the recommended dose?
Ans : Please follow the doses of the medication, as prescribed by your doctor.
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