It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Laftid 10mg Tablet.
Information regarding the use of Laftid 10mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Laftid 10mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
It is not known whether Laftid 10mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
There is limited information available on the use of Laftid 10mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
There is limited information available on the use of Laftid 10mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Laftid 10mg Tablet is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.
Laftid and Omeprazole belong to different group of medicines. While Laftid belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.
If you take Laftid orally, the effect usually begins within one hour. The maximum effect is generally reached within one to three hours of taking it. However, it depends upon the dose. The action of the medicine lasts for about 10 to 12 hours.
There is limited data available on whether Laftid can be used for a long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Laftid for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Alcohol does not interfere with the working of Laftid. But, you should avoid taking alcohol as it will further damage the stomach, delaying your recovery.
Laftid may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.
Laftid may have some serious side effects but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, hoarseness and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Another serious symptom may be swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of the mentioned symptoms.
Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush at meal times. You should stop or cut down on smoking.
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