Cidine Tablet 1mg

Description

CIDINE TABLET 1MG: Uses, Side Effects, Benefits, Dosage, and Precautions

CIDINE Tablet 1mg is a well-known medicine used to treat a variety of gastrointestinal problems, including GERD, non-ulcer dyspepsia, and delayed stomach emptying. It efficiently treats duodenal and benign gastric ulcers caused by nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, relieving recurrent ulceration and chronic dyspeptic symptoms.

Uses:

CIDINE Tablet 1mg is prescribed to address various gastrointestinal disorders linked to motility disturbances. Conditions treated include:

• GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease)
• Non-ulcer dyspepsia
• Delayed gastric emptying Additionally, it aids in managing duodenal and benign gastric ulceration related to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents. It also helps with recurrent and stomal ulceration, oesophageal reflux disease, or persistent dyspeptic symptoms with or without ulceration.

Side Effects:

Possible side effects of CIDINE may include:

• Drowsiness
• Diarrhea
• Extrapyramidal effects
• Cutaneous reactions Rare instances of other side effects have also been reported.

Benefits:

• • Effectively treats gastrointestinal disorders like GERD, non-ulcer dyspepsia, and delayed gastric emptying.
  • Aids in managing duodenal and benign gastric ulceration related to non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents.
  • Helps with recurrent and stomal ulceration, oesophageal reflux disease, or persistent dyspeptic symptoms.

Dosage:

For adults (18 years and older), the typical oral dosage is 1 tablet taken thrice daily. In children aged one year and above, the recommended dosage is Cidine 25-30mg/kg body weight per day in divided doses. Infants under one year old may receive 20mg/kg body weight per day in divided doses.

Precautions:

• Elderly: Use the regular adult dosage unless there’s significant impairment in renal function.
• Renal Impairment: Adjust dosage for patients with impaired renal function based on creatinine clearance. Refer to specific suggested doses corresponding to creatinine clearance.
• Contraindications: Avoid if there’s hypersensitivity to Cidine or any of its ingredients.
• Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Not recommended during pregnancy; consult a physician for advice. Avoid in lactating mothers.
• Driving and Alcohol: It’s advisable to refrain from driving and alcohol consumption while on this medication.

Price in Pakistan:

Available at a price of Rs. 360