About Izra L Capsule
IZRA L CAPSULE belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Gastroesophageal reflux disease occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus), this causes acidity, pain and heartburn.
IZRAL CAPSULE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Esomeprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Esomeprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby prevents backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, IZRAL CAPSULE helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity and heartburn.
Take IZRA L CAPSULE 1hour prior food. Swallow IZRAL CAPSULE as a whole with a glass of water; do not chew, or break the tablet. You are advised to take IZRAL CAPSULE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Inform your doctor before taking IZRA L CAPSULE if you have a history of gastrointestinal bleeding or intestinal obstruction. On long term treatment, IZRA L CAPSULE may increase the risk of bone fractures. Do not take IZRA L CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. IZRA L CAPSULE may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. IZRAL CAPSULE should not be given to children as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with IZRA L CAPSULE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid.
Uses of Izra-L Capsule
Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease.
Medicinal Benefits
IZRA L CAPSULE belongs to a group of medicines called gastrointestinal agents used to treat gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD). IZRAL CAPSULE is a combination of two drugs, namely: Esomeprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Levosulpiride (prokinetic agent). Esomeprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for the production of acid. Levosulpiride works by increasing the pressure of the inferior oesophageal (food pipe) sphincter, thereby prevents backflow of food and acid into the mouth. Together, IZRAL CAPSULE helps in preventing acid reflux, thereby provides relief from acidity and heartburn.
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Side Effects of Izra-L Capsule
Like all medicines, IZRA L CAPSULE can also cause side-effects, although not everybody experiences them. Headache, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhoea, flatulence, nausea and vomiting are the common side-effects of IZRAL CAPSULE. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of these side-effects persistently.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take IZRAL CAPSULE if you are allergic to any of its contents; if you are taking nelfinavir (anti-HIV); if you have a gastrointestinal haemorrhage, mechanical obstruction or perforation, epilepsy, mania, porphyria, or cardiac impairment. Inform your doctor before taking IZRA L CAPSULE if you have severe liver or kidney problems; if you are due to have Chromogranin A test; if you experience unexplained weight loss, stomach pain, indigestion, vomit food or blood, or if you pass black stools. On long term treatment, IZRAL CAPSULE may increase the risk of bone fractures. Do not take IZRA L CAPSULE if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. IZRA L CAPSULE may cause dizziness and drowsiness, so drive only if you are alert. IZRAL CAPSULE should not be given to children as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with IZRA L CAPSULE as it could lead to increased drowsiness and can elevate the production of stomach acid.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: IZRAL CAPSULE may have interaction with painkillers (aspirin, naproxen), anti-HIV (atazanavir), blood thinner (clopidogrel, warfarin, cilostazol), anti-fungal (ketoconazole, itraconazole, voriconazole), anti-cancer (erlotinib, methotrexate), anti-depressant (citalopram, imipramine, clomipramine, duloxetine), anti-anxiety (diazepam), anti-convulsant (phenytoin), gastroprokinetic agent (cisapride), a drug used to treat heart problems (digoxin), immunosuppressant (tacrolimus), anti-tuberculosis (rifampicin).
Food-Drug Interactions: IZRA L CAPSULE may have interaction with St.John’s wort (herbal supplement used to treat depression). Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
Drug-Disease Interaction: IZRA L CAPSULE may have interactions with epilepsy, mania, Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), liver disease, bone fractures, hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium).
