Clemrid
Clemrid Products are primarily used for
Heartburn, Irritable bowel syndrome, Depression
About Clemrid Products
Uses of Clemrid Products
Levosulpiride is used in the treatment of heartburn, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, schizophrenia and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux).
Clemrid Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Clemrid are Increased prolactin level in blood, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Sedation, Maculopapular rash, Extrapyramidal symptoms, Weight gain, Akathisia (inability to stay still), Increased liver enzymes, Constipation.
How Clemrid Products work
Levosulpiride is a atypical antipsychotic. It works by increasing the release of acetylcholine (a chemical messenger). This increases the movement of stomach and intestines, and prevents reflux (acid going up to the food pipe).
Patient Concerns about Clemrid Products
Frequently asked questions about Clemrid Products
Frequently asked questions about Levosulpiride
Q. What is Clemrid Tablet used for?
Clemrid Tablet is mainly used to treat gastric problems like nausea, vomiting, heartburn, or indigestion. This medicine may be used sometimes to manage mental health conditions like depression or schizophrenia, depending on the dose.
Q. What are the serious side effects of Clemrid Tablet?
Although rare, serious side effects of Clemrid Tablet may include muscle stiffness or shaking, high fever (possible neuroleptic malignant syndrome), seizures, and abnormal heart rhythm. You should seek immediate help if you notice any of these symptoms.
Q. Who should not take Clemrid Tablet?
Individuals should not take Clemrid Tablet if they are allergic to any ingredient present in Clemrid Tablet, have epilepsy or seizures, have breast cancer or tumors dependent on prolactin, or have severe kidney or liver disease.
Q. Can I drive while taking Clemrid Tablet?
You should avoid driving or using heavy machines if you feel drowsy, dizzy, or restless after taking Clemrid Tablet, especially during the first few days.
Q. What precautions should I take while using Clemrid Tablet?
While using Clemrid Tablet, you should avoid alcohol, monitor for abnormal movements or hormone changes, take medicine at the same time daily, and do not stop suddenly without medical advice.
Q. Can Clemrid Tablet affect my hormones?
Yes. Clemrid Tablet may raise prolactin levels, which can cause symptoms like missed periods, milk discharge, or enlarged breasts in both men and women.
Q. Is levosulpiride safe?
Levosulpiride is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is levosulpiride an antidepressant?
No, it is used in the treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome, psychosis, dyspepsia
Q. What is levosulpiride?
Levosulpiride belong to class of medication called as atypical antipsychotics. It acts by decreasing the activity of dopamine in the brain
Q. What are its uses?
Levosulpiride is used in the treatment psychosis, depression, gastro-oesophageal reflux disease, irritable bowel syndrome and dyspepsia
Q. Does levosulpiride cause erectile dysfunction?
No. patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding the possible side effects.
Q. Can I take Clemrid Tablet with omeprazole?
Clemrid Tablet can be safely taken with omeprazole as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Clemrid Tablet works by increasing the gut motility and Omeprazole decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.