Gastrointestinal Forums (Page 9)

is lomotil I'm the opiate family? ## Hello, Chris! How are you? It is related to an opiate, but not directly one itself. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness, bloating flatulence and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Cyfolac forte is for what use, it is for external urine pain or irritation, or for what use. ## This is just a probiotic supplement that's intended to help maintain or boost the good levels of bacteria that are normally in your gastrointestinal system. Has your doctor advised you to take it for some reason? ## It was prescribed for my two yr old son. He was given some antibiotics for a viral fever. Cyfolac forte is in 1 gm sachets. How do we use it? ## I have undergone surgery for anal fissure & Hemorrhoids 10 days back. I was put on Cyfolac Forte for the last three days when I complained my doctor that I have to go to toilets 5 to 6 times in a day which results in pain. But the position has not improved. Please advise how can I get relief from this situation.

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My father has acidity problems. There is pain in the upper part of the stomach, mostly after dinner/evening. The doctor (Gastroentrologist) said that it is GERD and prescribed the following medicine, Capsule P-ZOLE-L, Tablet BIZLO-OD, Syrup LACTIHEP, Syrup CRISLIN and tablet ETICLID. He also advised for UGIE (endoscopy). He developed the gas and acidity condition after the treatment for diabetes and also has inguinal hernia. I am bit confused as the medicines keep changing when we see another doctor and the problem still remains. Kindly advice whether the prescribed medicines are safe and are for the treatment of the problem mentioned. It is problem because of hernia? can hernia operation be done in this condition? Kindly reply and advice. Thank you.

got tummy bug and wondered if I could take the tablets I bought in egypt streptoquin and diax (havent got any imodium) ## Streptoquin contains 200mgs of Hydroxyquinoline, 2.5mgs of Novatropine, 200mgs of Sulphathiazole and 100mgs of Stremptomycin. This is an anti-infective/antibiotic, so it will only work if your problem is caused by an infection, not a virus or other illness. Have you seen a doctor? It is not wise to use an antibiotic unless it is necessary, due to the risk of developing antibiotic resistant bacteria. I am sorry, I cannot find any information on anything under the name Diax, do you happen to know what is in it? ## STREPTOQUIN FOR DIARRHEA ## Drotazide for tummy bug ## chorphenamine alergic reaction to mossi bites ## buscopan for cramps ## Diax is (Nifuroxazide) is a sy...

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Can this medication be used for stomach problems? ## Diphenoxylate and Atropine is commonly used to treat severe diarrhea. What type of stomach problem is being treated? It may cause side effects, which can include: nausea, drowsiness, blurred vision and dizziness. You can find more Diphenoxylate details here and there are more Atropine details here. ## I have had Crohn's disease for about 20 years and have been taking 2 lomotil tablets about 1 hour to and hour and a half before every meal as my Gynecologist has ordered. It works well for me unless my Crohn's disease is in an active state.

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Hi, Thank you for the help. I am suffering with GERD since quite some time. Earlier days I used to have some heart burn and it would relieve from anti-acid tables and syrups. However, from past 2-3 years the acid reflux has become worse, with lot of choking sensation in throat, heaviness in throat, un-easiness in breathing and it gets worse when I go for bed, each time I need to cough and drink water to make my-self a bit comfortable. This sensation remains most of the day when I take some citric foods and in nights I can’t sleep. I tried elevating the front portion of bed and going for bed 2 hours after a meal, however, these artifacts were proved to be of not much help. I am on Neksium 40mg daily one before food and Gaviscon syrup after food only at night, this table relieves th...

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Is the combination of Trimebutine + Simethicone available in the USA? If so, where can I find it? ## Hello, Papaga! How are you? No, I'm sorry, but Trimebutine is not available in the U.S. Have you consulted your doctor? They should be able to help you find an equivalent. What condition are you wanting to treat with it? The most common side effects of this medication, as listed by the FDA, includes nausea and flatulence. ## HI Verwon, I am a Canadian whose abdominal pain has been helped with the use of Trimebutine. However, I am suffering from a increasing fatigue that SEEMS to be caused by the drug. Any idea why it is not sold in the USA? I see that fatigue is one of the listed side effects but can find no other info. ## No, I'm sorry, I've not been able to find any informa...

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I am a 24 yr old thin female. It has been on and off for awhile now but had turned consistent. It's not a normal loose stool or diarrhea. It's just slimy and very very dark almost black but then turns the water yellow. It's not a mucous consistency and almost seems to have bile in it. Only other symptoms are extreme fatigue and sleeplessness and occasionally light headedness/dizzy spells. What could this be and should I be concerned? ## Hello, LylaClark! How are you? How are you feeling? What types of foods do you eat? Are you on any medications? Do you have any medical conditions? In many cases, this is due to a gastrointestinal issue. Have you consulted your doctor?

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What is deilxant dr 60 mg capsule used for? ## Hello, Ernestine! How are you? The FDA classifies this medication as a proton pump inhibitor. It helps reduce the amount of acid produced by the stomach to treat or prevent conditions, such as GERD, heartburn, ulcers and gastritis. Its typical side effects may possibly include nausea, dizziness, flatulence and stomach pain. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Is Dexilant 30mg the same potincy as Prevacid 30mg. I have heard that Dexilant is stronger that Prevacid. ## Hello, Tdog! How are you? They are basically equivalent, because they are enantiomers of each other, IE: their molecules are mirror images. One may work better for you than the other, due to idiosyncrasies of the human body, but otherwise, neither is stronger than the other. The FDA lists the typical side effects of PPIs as possibly including nausea, dizziness, stomach pain and flatulence. Is there anything else I can help with?

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Can Infloran Berna be used for enterocolitis? ## I'd like to know more about its pharmacological classification, mode of action, side effects, dosage, indications, adverse reactions, nursing responsibilities, etc. ## There is an Australian-made product that goes by the name “Infloran” and is marketed for use a probiotic supplement to help restore beneficial gut microbiota. Might this be what you're referring to? ## What specific gastric disorder causes syncope? And can this supplement help in any way?

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White oblong pill with the letters IMO one one side and the opposite side has a divided line in middle with the numbers 2 on first half and 125 on the second half. What is this pill? ## Hello, Pam! How are you? This tablet is manufactured by McNeil Consumer Healthcare and they list it as containing 2mgs of Loperamide and 125mgs of Simethicone. It is used to treat diarrhea, gas and bloating. The FDA lists the typical side effects as possibly including nausea, dizziness and constipation. Is there anything else I can help with?

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I am experiencing a skin-itching problem (allergic reaction) after treating diarrhea with Zenflox Oz over the past 25 days. Is it a side effect of this tablet? Please tell me if there's a way to stop these allergic reactions? ## After taking zenflox oz, I got big round red painful spots on my skin. How do I get rid of these asap? Please advise.

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I have a small red capsule with the words forta sec written in two places. what Rx is inside? ## Fortasec is a medication from Spain, it contains the active ingredient Loperamide, so it is the same as our Imodium, used to treat diarrhea. Where did you find this capsule? ## I beleive it is called Fortasec which in Australian comes from Barcelona it is a medication for gastric problems.

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Hello, I am a student at a High School in Washington State. In my chemistry class we are currently doing research paper on a manufactured product. I wanted to know why Kaolin is used in medication and also in other products such as dishwear? What are the medical uses of kaolin? Is it safe to use? How can it become a medication or a product to produce a container? Thank you for your time. ## Hello, Nancy! How are you? Good luck on your project! There are actually many substances that are used in foods, medicines, and other things we ingest, as well as being used in non-edible products, so this isn't the only one. Kaolin is basically a type of clay that is essential to the manufacture of china and porcelain. However, in people, it is used to treat diarrhea and cholera. It can also be ...

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I am having problem in my food pipe. endoscopy test was done at DDU Hospital, but it was not clear. the ailment is GERD or ulcers....... I am not able to eat food, only takes small quantity of daliya or khichdi etc. There is a feeling that the food is getting collected and is not digested. there is a feeling of heaviness in stomach. As advised by DDU Hospital, i went to GB Pant Hospital and they have advised for blood tests, report of which not yet received and they have given endoscopy test date on 02.040.2013. But now i am feeling very uneasiness and can not eat anything. please help ## go for aurvedic treatment

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My left side hurts when I take Hydrosil, why? ## I am not quite sure what you mean. Hydrosil is an antacid and antigas medication. It contains Aluminum, Magnesium and Simethicone. It is used to treat conditions such heartburn, GERD, Ulcers and gastritis. Did you have any questions? ## Which combination solve the best for stomach discomfort,belching, 1)antacids(mylanta,magtasil,aromag,hydrosil tablet) 2)PPIs(omeprazole) 3)H2 blockers ( ranitidine, famotidine) 4) Meteospasmyl, domperidone Doctor prescribed me with Magtasil, domperidone and omeprazole. But i still feel too much gas in the stomache and cause me to belch alot. i was thinking to replace magtasil with hydrosil tablet as it contains semethicone thats help to break the gas bubbles. My question 1)can i take with omeprazole and do...

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Where can I find Donnagel? I had awful nausea and this is the only thing we found that works. Im on zofran and it doesn't help. ## Hello, Clara! How are you? I'm sorry, but Donnagel PG has been discontinued by the manufacturer. Have you ever tried Phenergan? It contains the active ingredient Promethazine, it's an antihistamine that's used to prevent nausea and vomiting. The FDA lists its typical side effects as possibly including dizziness, drowsiness and dry mouth.

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Hello my name is nick. my stomach is so hard, so the hospital gave me an anti diarrheal by the name of loperamide hci 2mg pill. can this help? please let me know real quickly thanks ## Hello, Nick! How are you? I'm sorry about the problem you're having. It is exactly what they said, an antidiarrheal agent, so it will only help, if you were having a problem with diarrhea. Typical side effects may include nausea, dizziness, dry mouth and bloating, as listed by the FDA. What exactly do you mean by saying your stomach is hard, are you bloated? Do you have a lot of gas? Can you please be more specific.

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NEED THE GENERIC NAME FOR FORTASE IM DOING HOMEWORK FOR PHARMACY TECHNICIAN ## I'm sorry, but I can't find anything listed under this name. What country is it from? The closest thing I can find is Fortasec, which contains the active ingredient Loperamide, and is used to treat diarrhea. More info on Loperamide can be found in the link below: The next closest name I could locate was Fortaz. The generic name for Fortaz is Ceftazidime. Ceftazidime may be indicated in an extremely wide variety of Gram-positive and Gram-negative infections of the respiratory tract, the skin, urinary and genital tracts, septicemia, the abdominal cavity, and the central nervous system. More info about this drug can be viewed in the link below: I hope this helps! ## Is the Fortase you are looking for an ...

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