ACICHEK

Dosage : Capsule
Contains : Omeprazole
Category : Proton pump inhibitor
Uses : Treatment of peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
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Acichek contains Omeprazole that is used for the treatment of erosion and ulceration of the esophagus caused by gastroesophageal reflux disease.

 

Parietal (Stomach) cells secrete gastric acid through proton pumps. Proton pump is the final pathway for acid secretion in stomach cells, and inhibition of the pump leads to blocking of acid secretion. Omeprazole inhibits these proton pumps thereby reducing the secretion of acid in the stomach.

 

Omeprazole is prescribed in following conditions:

  • Peptic ulcer
  • NSAID-associated ulceration
  • pylori infection
  • Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease
  • Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
  • Prophylaxis of acid aspiration during general anaesthesia
  • Acid-related dyspepsia
  • Erosive oesophagitis

 

Acichek is brand from Sanofi, a global healthcare leader with presence in more than 170 countries globally and nearly 79 manufacturing sites in 36 countries. Sanofi has created one of the first insulin formulations. As a health journey partner, Sanofi focuses on improving quality of life of patients. In 2016, Sanofi partnered with Verily to found Onduo, a joint-venture focusing on holistic solutions to improve diabetes management.

Your may have been prescribed Acichek because you could be suffering from Stomach Ulcers, Oesophageal Problems and other acidity related disorders.

 

Acichek is an orally available medication that contains the active substance Omeprazole. It works by reducing the amount of acid the stomach produces which helps heal any acid damage to the stomach and oesophagus.

 

Stomach ulcers are sores on the lining of the stomach and small intestine. This occurs when the protective mucus lining of the stomach becomes ineffective. If the mucus layer is worn away and stops functioning efficiently, the acid can damage the stomach tissue, causing an ulcer. Likewise, whenever the sphincter muscle at the lower end of the oesophagus relaxes at irregular time, allowing stomach acid to rush into the oesophagus which can cause heartburn and other signs.

 

Patients suffering from acidity related disorders like GERDs and stomach ulcers need to reduce the acid production in order to curb the damage to the stomach and oesophagus. Pantoprazole can be used to treat acidity-related disorders and symptoms that may include:

  • Erosive Esophagitis
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux disease
  • Helicobacter pylori infection
  • Zollinger-Ellison syndrome
  • Gastro-duodenal ulcers
  • Oesophageal cancer
  • Heartburn
  • Difficulty in swallowing
  • Persistent cough

Dosage

As directed by your Physician

Administration

As directed by your Physician

Adverse Reactions/ Side Effects

Significant: Hypomagnasaemia, cutaneous lupus erythematosus, SLE, osteoporosis-related fractures, fundic gland polyp, carcinoma, Clostridium) difficile-associated diarrhoea, interstitial nephritis, Vitamin B12 deficiency (long-term therapy), gastrointestinal infection (e.g. salmonella, Campylobacter). Gastrointestinal disorders: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, flatulence, abdominal pain. General disorders and administration site conditions: Weakness, malaise. Hepatobiliary disorders: Increased liver enzymes. Immune system disorders: Urticaria. Metabolism and nutrition disorders: Peripheral oedema. Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Back pain. Nervous system disorders: Headache, dizziness, somnolence, paraesthesia, vertigo. Psychiatric disorders: Insomnia. Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Cough. Skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders: Rash, dermatitis, pruritus.

Warnings and Precautions

Patient with reduced body store or risk factors for reduced vitamin B12 absorption; risk of osteoporosis. Hepatic impairment. Children, elderly. Pregnancy and lactation. CYP2C19 ultrarapid metabolisers. Monitoring Parameters Rule out gastric malignancy prior to initiation of treatment. Monitor Mg concentrations prior to initiation and periodically thereafter.

Contraindications

Concomitant use with nelfinavir.

Drug Interactions

May decrease plasma concentrations of nelfinavir and atazanavir. Increased risk of hypomagnesaemia with diuretics. May increase plasma concentration of tacrolimus, methotrexate. May decreased absorption of itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, erlotinib. May decrease metabolism of diazepam, phenytoin, cilostazol. May reduce the antiplatelet activity of clopidogrel. May increase bioavailability of digoxin.

Overdosage

Symptoms: Nausea, vomiting, dizziness, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headache apathy, depression and confusion. Management: Symptomatic and supportive treatment.

Storage

Intravenous: Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture. Oral: Store below 25°C. Protect from light and moisture.

Mechanism of Action

Omeprazole is a substituted benzimidazole gastric antisecretory agent and is also known as proton pump inhibitor (PPI). It blocks the final step in gastric acid secretion by specific inhibition of adenosine triphosphatase (ATPase) enzyme system present on the secretory surface of the gastric parietal cell. Both basal and stimulated acid are inhibited.

References

https://www.ndrugs.com/?s=acichek&t=dosage

https://www.mims.com/india/drug/info/omeprazole/?type=full&mtype=generic#Indications

https://www.drreddys.com/india/

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