Introduction to Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule is taken in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.

Most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, dryness in mouth, fatigue, headache, muscle pain, and increased uric acid level in blood. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. It may also cause sleepiness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Safety Advice for Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule

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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule.

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Information regarding the use of Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

How Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule works

Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule is a combination of two medicines: Lafutidine and Domperidone, which relieves symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Lafutidine is an H2 blocker (antacid). It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. Domperidone is a prokinetic which works on the region in the brain that controls vomiting. It also acts on the upper digestive tract to increase the movement of the stomach and intestines, allowing food to move more easily through the stomach.

How To Use Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lafjoy D 10 mg/30 mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.