Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Bisonate 500mg Tablet
Description:
Bisonate 500mg Tablet is used in the treatment of Indigestion. It is an antacid that is used to relieve acid indigestion, heartburn, and gas.
Bisonate 500mg Tablet relieves irritation by producing carbon dioxide which neutralizes the acid present in the stomach. It also increases the pH of blood and urine, thereby correcting acid indigestion, heartburn. Increaseitionally, it helps in the removal of toxic substances from the body in certain types of poisoning.
Bisonate 500mg Tablet may be taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Excessive intake may cause electrolyte imbalance leading to unwanted side effects such as stomach cramps and flatulence. Retain 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 doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
It is important to consult a doctor before taking Bisonate 500mg Tablet if you are suffering from stomach and kidney disease. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Bisonate
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Warning & Precautions:
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Bisonate 500mg Tablet.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bisonate 500mg Tablet 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.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Bisonate 500mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Bisonate 500mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Bisonate 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bisonate 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Bisonate 500mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Bisonate 500mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. What is Bisonate 500mg Tablet tablet used for? How does it work?
Bisonate 500mg Tablet is an antacid used to relieve acid indigestion, heartburn, and gas. When taken orally, it neutralizes the acid present in the stomach by producing carbon dioxide which results in reduction of irritation in stomach and intestine.
Q. Is Bisonate 500mg Tablet harmful?
Bisonate 500mg Tablet is safe if used as a medication and as prescribed by the doctor. However, excess of Bisonate 500mg Tablet can disturb the fine balance of electrolytes (like sodium, potassium, carbonate, etc.) that is needed by the body to function properly. As a result, it can cause unwanted side effects. Therefore, to avoid such disturbances, Bisonate 500mg Tablet is usually prescribed for maximum of 2 weeks when taken orally as taking it in excess can cause transient alkalosis, which can be harmful.
Q. What if I take excess of Bisonate 500mg Tablet?
Excess of Bisonate 500mg Tablet causes alkalosis (excessive blood alkalinity) which can be observed as mood changes, tiredness, slow breathing, muscle weakness and irregular heartbeat. Muscle hypertonicity, twitching and tetany may develop, especially in patients with low levels of calcium in blood.