Product Overview

How To Use Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip)

This medicine is for oral use only. Swallow this medication as a whole with water. Do not chew, crush or break it. It is better to take this medication at a fixed time each day if it is indicated for everyday use.

Brands

Abbott

Active Ingredient

itopride

Manufactured by

Abbott Laboratories (M) Sdn Bhd

Side Effects

As with all medications, you may experience some side effects. Not everyone experiences it. This is not a cause for concern. However, it is so that you are aware of it.

Some of the side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as the body responds to the medication. Consult the doctor if they persist or if you are concerned about them.

Headache, dry mouth, and stomach pain are the most common side effects. Most of these are temporary and generally resolve with time. Contact your doctor immediately if you are worried about any of these side effects. It also causes dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do something that needs a mental concentration until you know how this medication affects you. Stop drinking alcohol while taking this medication because it can make the sleepiness worse. This medication can also cause diarrhoea, so it is best to take a lot of fluids when taking this medicine because it can help avoid dehydration.

Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Rash, Itchiness

Warning Precautions

Precautionary Steps of Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip)

Please consult a doctor especially before taking Itopride. If you have any of the following conditions & contraindications:-

Allergy to Itopride or any of its components
GI haemorrhage
mechanical obstruction or perforation
Parkinson’s disease.
Hepatic impairment
renal impairment
Pregnancy and lactation

Please stop using this medication if you are experiencing these symptoms and conditions.

Itopride Drug Interactions

Drug to drug interaction reaction of itopride varies from a person to another person. It is advisable to check with your doctor about all the possible drug interactions before starting the medication.

Anticholinergic drugs

This is an incomprehensive list of drug interactions and conditions that might interfere with itopride. Before taking this drug, inform your doctor about all your present medications.

Keep the following precautions in mind as well:-

Avoid excess exposure to sunlight
Avoid this medicine for a longer use
Alcohol might affect your liver if it is taken with this medication
Tell your doctor if you have any other diseases or if you are taking any other medication
Do not discontinue the prescribed course
Dosage given to patient may be reduced with age and symptoms.

Alcohol Warning (Safe)

Eventhough, Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) is stated to be safe, the unwanted effects of this medication may potentiate with alcohol consumption. Thus, intake of alcohol should be avoided when taking this medication.

Pregnancy Warning (Limited Data)

There is no verified information regarding Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) safety in pregnancy. However, Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) can be utilized in pregnant ladies in that pregnancy cannot be exempted only if therapeutic benefits outweigh the risks.

Breastfeeding Warning (Limited Data)

Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) is viewed as a safe medication to be used during breastfeeding. No human information proposes a risk of Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) to the infant.

Driving Warning (Not Advisable)

Do not drive except if you are feeling well after taking Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) as it may cause symptoms, for example, dizziness and headaches which could influence the potential to focus and drive.

Kidney Warning (Use With Care)

Caution is needed when Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) is being used in patients with kidney ailments. Physician recommendation is needed for any dose adjustments.

Liver Warning (Limited Data)

Caution is needed when Abbott Ganaton 50mg Tablet 10s (strip) is being used in patients with liver ailments. Physician recommendation is needed for any dose adjustments.

Quick Tips

Ganaton Tablet should be taken before meals according to the dosage and time recommended by your doctor.
It may cause dizziness and sleepiness. Don't drive or do something that needs to be mentally concentrated before you know how it affects you.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breast-feed.
Tell your doctor if you have watery diarrhoea, fever, or stomach pain that doesn't go away.

What If You Forget To Take

If you miss a dose of Ganaton 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.

References

1. Itopride. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online). 2008. [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online)

2. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 28 Mar. 2019] (online)

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Information last updated on: Sun Nov 17 2024 03:40:03 GMT+0800 (Malaysia Time) The product images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of the product.

The content provided on this webpage is to provide information only, to be fully-interpreted by a medical professional, and not intended as a guide to make purchase decisions, or a substitute to advice of a medical professional. Effectiveness and side effects of medication may differ from individual to individual. We do not encourage any customer to self-diagnose and/or self-medicate. Patients should always consult a medical professional before taking or using any medication. The content provided here is non-exhaustive and may not cover all aspects of the medication. Our service should only be used to support the doctor-patient dynamic, not replace it.

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