Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr
About Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr
Raciper D Capsule is indicated for treating GERD (Gastro-esophageal reflux disease), which does not respond to Esomeprazole medications alone. It prevents the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems.
Raciper D is a combination of Domperidone and Esomeprazole. 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.
Raciper 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 Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr if you have the following conditions:
- An allergy to Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr 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 Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr
Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease
Peptic Ulcer
What are the contraindications of Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr ?
Tumor Of Pituitary Gland
Heart Diseases
Key highlights of Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr
How long is the duration of effect?
The effect of this medicine lasts up to 6 hours.
What is the onset of action?
The peak effect of this medicine can be observed within 30 to 60 minutes of administration.
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Raciper D Capsule is not recommended for use in pregnant women.
Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendencies were reported.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
This medicine is not recommended for use by breastfeeding mothers.
What are the substitutes for Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Sompraz D 40 Capsule Sr
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- Esoz D 40 Capsule Sr
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- Nexpro Rd 40 Capsule Sr
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- Esofag-D Capsule Sr
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- Esomefol D 30Mg/40Mg Capsule Sr
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- Esoprazole D Sr Capsule
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- S RD 30mg/40mg Capsule SR
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What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Skip the missed dose and resume with the next scheduled dose at the right time.
Are there any overdose instructions?
Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
How does this medication work?
Raciper 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.
What are the interactions of Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr ?
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 Lab Test
Interaction with Medicine
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.Interaction with Disease
Disease
Patients who suffer from liver disease, osteoporosis and hypomagnesemia should use some other safer alternative.
FAQs about Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr
Ques : What is Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr?
Ans : Raciper D Capsule is a combination of Domperidone and Esomeprazole. These drugs are a part of the dopamine antagonists group of drugs and PPI, respectively and prevent the tendency of vomiting and nausea in people suffering from gastrointestinal problems and also those who take certain medicines for Parkinson’s disease. It consists of Domperidone which is an antiemetic agent and is used to treat nausea and vomiting.
Ques : What is the use of Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr?
Ans : Raciper D 40 Sr is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), gastric ulcers, idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, intractable nausea and vomiting and peptic ulcer.
Ques : What are the side effects of Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr?
Ans : Possible side-effects gas, rash, headache, somnolence, akathisia and diarrhea.
Ques : Can Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr be used for gastroesophageal reflux disease and gastric ulcers?
Ans : Yes, Raciper Capsule can be used for gastroesophageal reflux disease and gastric ulcers.
Ques : How long do I need to use Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr before I see improvement of my conditions?
Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication to reach its peak effect is within 2 hours to 1 week, before noticing an improvement in the condition.
Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr?
Ans : This medication is generally used once or twice a day, as the time interval upto which this medication has an impact is around 12 to 24 hours.
Ques : Should I use Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr 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 Raciper D 40 Capsule Sr?
Ans : Raciper D Capsule 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.
References
Esomeprazole- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/esomeprazole
Domperidone- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 24 April 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/rn/57808-66-9
Esomeprazole- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00736
Domperidone- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 10 May 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB01184
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