PRODUCT DETAILS

About Troxip-OD Tablet PR

TROXIPIDE belongs to a group of medicines known as 'antiulcer', primarily used to treat heartburn caused by stomach problems and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, erosive oesophagitis. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) happens when gastric acid reaches the esophagus and causes pain, heartburn, and inflammation. Heartburn is a condition in which a person feels the stomach's burning feeling from the stomach to the chest or neck. Erosive oesophagitis is a condition in which the esophagus gets damaged by harmful acid resulting in inflammation, scarring, and ulcers. The esophagus is a tube that connects the mouth to the stomach.

Uses of Troxip-OD Tablet PR

Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, heartburn, erosive oesophagitis

Medicinal Benefits of Troxip-OD Tablet PR

TROXIPIDE is a gastroprotective and mucus-secreting drug used to treat stomach ulcers. This medication gets absorbed into the digestive tract and helps to increase the blood flow in the inner part of stomach. It also increases the secretion of mucus and other substances that further helps in treating ulcers.TROXIPIDE also reduces the response of the immune system in the stomach that further reduce the damage of the injured lining of the stomach and helps in natural recovery. 

Directions for Use

TROXIPIDE should be taken 1 hour before a meal, preferably in the morning. The tablet form of TROXIPIDE should be swallowed as a whole with an ample amount of water, don't chew or break the tablet. Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time, even if a person notices an improvement in their symptoms.

Side Effects of Troxip-OD Tablet PR

• Gas
• Constipation
• Nausea (feeling sick)
• Increase in liver enzymes
• Generalized discomfort (malaise)
• Fullness or discomfort of the stomach

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

A person taking TROXIPIDE may face a broken bone in your hip, wrist or spine while taking TROXIPIDE for a long duration, so a person should consult with their doctor to know the ways of keeping bones healthy. TROXIPIDE may cause low magnesium levels, vitamin B12 levels and increase the risk of bone fractures, the doctor may advise regular tests for monitoring your condition. Prolonged intake of TROXIPIDE is linked with a greater risk of Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, so if you develop diarrhea that does not improve, immediately consult a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side-effects.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

TROXIPIDE may have interaction with a pain killer (aspirin, naproxen), anti-depressant (duloxetine, amitriptyline), blood thinner (clopidogrel), a drug used to treat hypothyroidism (levothyroxine), anti-HIV (atazanavir), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole), anti-cancer (methotrexate), vitamin (cyanocobalamin), and Medicines to help you to sleep or feel more relaxed (such as diazepam or zolpidem).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

TROXIPIDE may have interactions with Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea, bone fractures,  severe liver disease, low bone mineral density (osteopenia), low levels of magnesium in your blood.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking TROXIPIDE. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.

PREGNANCY

TROXIPIDE is safe for a woman who is pregnant or planning for pregnancy. Please consult your doctor before taking TROXIPIDE.

BREAST FEEDING

Do not take TROXIPIDE if you are breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this.

DRIVING

TROXIPIDE may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

LIVER

TROXIPIDE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

TROXIPIDE to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor. Consult a doctor if you are urinating less than usual, or if you have blood in your urine.