Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of indigestion. It works effectively to reduce abdominal pain, bloating, and discomfort. It improves the functioning of the digestive system for proper digestion.
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are nausea, constipation, stomach pain, bloating, and diarrhea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fibre-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. Lifestyle modifications like having fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.
Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Uses of Hepamax Tablet
Benefits of Hepamax Tablet
In Indigestion
Indigestion means discomfort of mainly the upper part of your stomach which may also have other symptoms such as stomach pain, bloating, feeling full etc. Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet relieves these symptoms and helps in proper digestion of food. This improves the movement of food in your stomach and gut (intestine) and makes you feel better.
Take Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Take Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet as prescribed by the doctor. Think about what foods trigger indigestion and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Side effects of Hepamax Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Hepamax
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Stomach pain
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
How to use Hepamax Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Hepamax Tablet works
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Pancreatin and Ornithine. Pancreatin is a pancreatic enzyme supplement. The enzyme helps in digesting food when it passes through the gut. It gets mixed with the food and improves digestion. Ornithine is an amino acid that belongs to the class of medications called nutritional supplements. It works by increasing the efficiency of energy consumption and promoting the excretion of ammonia.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Hepamax Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet to improve digestion.
- Drink plenty of water while taking it.
- Before taking Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are allergic to pork or any pig product.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
- Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
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Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet used for?
Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is used to aid digestion and support liver health. It is prescribed for indigestion and pancreatic enzyme deficiencies, such as in chronic pancreatitis. Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet helps digest food and supports the detoxification of ammonia, a toxin in the liver.
What precautions should I take before using Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet?
Before using Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, gout, allergies (especially to pork proteins in pancreatin), or are pregnant or breastfeeding. The safety of this medicine during pregnancy or breastfeeding is not well established, so use it only under medical advice. Drink plenty of water while using it.
Who should not use Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet?
Individuals should not take Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet if they are allergic to any of its components (pancreatin or ornithine), suffer from severe kidney disease, or have a history of gout. It is not recommended for use in acute pancreatitis unless directed by your doctor.
Are there any serious side effects of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet to watch for?
Although they are rare, serious side effects of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet include severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, blood in stools, or signs of an allergic reaction (swelling, severe rash, or trouble breathing). Prolonged use of Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet without supervision may increase certain risks and should always be used under a doctor's guidance.
Can children or elderly people use Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet?
Generally, Hepamax 100mg/150mg Tablet is intended for adults and children over 12 years, with dose adjustments if needed. Elderly patients may be more prone to gastrointestinal side effects and should use it under close supervision.
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- Pancreatin. Neustadt am Rübenberge, Germany: Abbot Laborartries Gmbh; 2016. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Available form:
- ScienceDirect. Ornithine. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2019] (online) Availabel from:
- Pancreatin. Potters Bar, Hertfordshire: Mylan Products Limited; 2001 [revised 19 Jan. 2017]. [Accessed 15 Apr. 2018] (online) Available from:
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