Reliefacid 40mg Injection

About

Reliefacid 40mg Injection is a potent proton pump inhibitor (PPI) designed for intravenous administration, primarily used to rapidly and effectively reduce gastric acid secretion. Its active ingredient works by irreversibly binding to and inhibiting the H+/K+-ATPase enzyme system, commonly known as the proton pump, located on the secretory surface of gastric parietal cells. This inhibition prevents the final step of acid production, leading to a significant and sustained decrease in both basal and stimulated gastric acid output. Reliefacid is particularly beneficial in clinical settings where oral administration is not feasible or rapid acid suppression is critical, such as in patients with severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), erosive esophagitis, active duodenal or gastric ulcers, or conditions requiring stress ulcer prophylaxis. Its mechanism ensures profound and prolonged acid control, facilitating the healing of acid-related mucosal damage and alleviating associated symptoms.

Uses

• Treatment of peptic ulcers
• Management of severe gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
• Healing of erosive esophagitis
• Prophylaxis of stress ulcers in critically ill patients

Directions For Use

Administered intravenously by a healthcare professional. The dosage and duration will be determined by your doctor.

Benefits

• Provides rapid and profound acid suppression
• Promotes healing of gastric and duodenal ulcers
• Relieves symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux
• Prevents recurrence of acid-related damage
• Reduces the risk of upper gastrointestinal bleeding
• Effective in patients unable to take oral medication

Side Effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Flatulence
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Injection site reactions
• Vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term use)
• Hypomagnesemia (long-term use)
• Bone fractures (long-term use)
• Clostridium difficile infection

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - No direct interaction, but alcohol can irritate the stomach lining and worsen acid reflux symptoms.
• Pregnancy - Generally considered safe, but use only if clearly needed after physician consultation.
• Breastfeeding - Excreted in breast milk; caution advised, weigh benefits vs. risks with your doctor.
• Liver - Dose adjustment may be necessary in severe hepatic impairment; monitor liver function.
• Kidney - No dose adjustment typically required for renal impairment.
• Lung - No specific lung-related precautions; however, monitor for any unusual respiratory symptoms.

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