R-Loc 150 Tablet
strip of 30.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Ranitidine (150mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Zydus Cadila |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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R-Loc 150 Tablet is a medicine that reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion, and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. R-Loc 150 Tablet is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers and heartburn seen with the use of painkillers. The medicine must be taken in dose and duration as prescribed by the doctor. How much you need and how often you take it will depend on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours and you may only need to take it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are taking it to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer. You should keep taking it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.
R-Loc 150 Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor blocker that reduces the amount of acid made in the stomach. It relieves acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Is R-Loc 150 Tablet safe for long-term use?
The available information regarding the long-term safety of R-Loc 150 Tablet is limited. However, it generally appears to be a relatively safe medication. It is crucial to follow your doctor's instructions and avoid taking R-Loc 150 Tablet for more than two weeks without consulting your healthcare provider unless directed otherwise.
Can I take R-Loc 150 Tablet empty stomach?
R-Loc 150 Tablet can be taken with or without food. You may choose to take it once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended by your doctor.
Is R-Loc 150 Tablet effective?
R-Loc 150 Tablet is likely to be effective only if used for its intended indication at the prescribed dose and duration. If you do not experience improvement in your condition after taking this medication, please discuss it with your doctor. It is important to avoid altering the dosage or ceasing treatment without consulting your healthcare provider.
What are the dos and don’ts while taking R-Loc 150 Tablet?
When using R-Loc 150 Tablet, it's recommended to avoid taking aspirin and other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used for arthritis, menstrual cramps, or headaches. These medications can irritate the stomach, potentially worsening your symptoms. Please consult your doctor if you need alternative pain relief options. Additionally, try to consume smaller meals more frequently to reduce strain on your digestive system.
Can I take alcohol with R-Loc 150 Tablet?
R-Loc 150 Tablet does not appear to interfere with alcohol's effects. However, it is advised to avoid consuming alcohol as excessive alcohol consumption can further harm your stomach and delay recovery.
How long does it take for R-Loc 150 Tablet to start working?
R-Loc 150 Tablet starts to work within 15 minutes of administration. Its effects are typically seen throughout the day or night.
What is the difference between R-Loc 150 Tablet and omeprazole?
R-Loc 150 Tablet and Omeprazole are categorized as different classes of medications. While R-Loc 150 Tablet belongs to the histamine H2 antagonist group, Omeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor. These medications work by lowering stomach acid production to relieve symptoms and facilitate healing.
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. R-Loc 150 Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g. antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking R-Loc 150 Tablet.
- Avoid taking soft drinks and citrus fruits like orange and lemon which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking R-Loc 150 Tablet for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
- Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.
Alcohol
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with R-Loc 150 Tablet.
Breastfeed
R-Loc 150 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
R-Loc 150 Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
