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Composition :

LAFUTIDINE-10MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Olcare Laboratories Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

ANTACIDS

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

3M India Ltd, Concorde Block, Ub City, #24, Vittal Mallya Road, Bangalore, Karnataka - 560001 India
Other Info - LEF0048

FAQs

Left-10 Tablet works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Do not take Left-10 Tablet for the long term unless prescribed by a doctor. Prolonged use may cause unwanted side-effects. So, discuss with your doctor the benefits and risks associated with the drug before using it for the long-term.

Left-10 Tablet cause common side effects like fatigue, drowsiness, headache, increased liver enzymes, constipation, increased uric acid level in blood, diarrhea, muscle pain, protein in urine.

Left-10 Tablet should be taken at night time as acid reflux is usually worse at night time. Take the tablet at a fixed time every day for better results.

Left-10 Tablet should not be stopped suddenly. Consult your doctor before stopping the Left-10 Tablet .

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Alcohol

Caution

Left-10 Tablet may interact with alcohol and increase the risk of side-effects.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Left-10 Tablet is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Left-10 Tablet medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.

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Driving

Caution

Left-10 Tablet may cause dizziness and headache. So, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Left-10 Tablet .

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Liver

Caution

Left-10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Consult your doctor before using Left-10 Tablet , dose-adjustments may be done by your doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

Left-10 Tablet should be used only when prescribed by a doctor. Dose adjustments may be necessary

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Children

Caution

Left-10 Tablet is not recommended for use in children, because safety of the drug is not clearly established.

About Left-10 Tablet

Left-10 Tablet belongs to a class of medicines called ‘H2-receptor antagonists’. It is used in the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux). Peptic ulcers are sores that develop in the lining of the stomach, lower esophagus or small intestine. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the tube connecting your mouth and stomach (esophagus). This backwash (acid reflux) can irritate the lining of your esophagus.

Left-10 Tablet contains ‘lafutidine’ which acts as an antacid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

Left-10 Tablet must be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Based on the severity of the medical condition, your doctor may prescribe Left-10 Tablet to take once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime with or without food. Common side-effects of Left-10 Tablet are fatigue, drowsiness, headache, increased liver enzymes, constipation, increased uric acid level in the blood, diarrhea, muscle pain, protein in the urine. These side effects resolve on their own, if it persists, stop the Left-10 Tablet and contact your doctor immediately.

Do not take Left-10 Tablet if you are allergic, other H2 receptor antagonists, or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Left-10 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are taking prescription or non-prescription medications, including antacids, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal problems, kidney diseases, and liver diseases. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become a pregnant/breastfeeding woman.

Uses of Left-10 Tablet

 Gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux) and  Peptic ulcer disease

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Medicinal Benefits

Left-10 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called ‘H2-receptor antagonists’, which acts as an antacid. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in the relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. It is used in the treatment of peptic ulcers and gastroesophageal reflux disease (acid reflux). It is also used in the treatment of Zollinger-Ellison syndrome (a condition in which the tumors formed in the pancreas, and duodenum increases stomach acids) and gastric mucosal lesions.

Directions for Use

Left-10 Tablet must be taken in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Do not crush or break or chew the Left-10 Tablet .Swallow it with a glass full of water.

Side Effects of Left-10 Tablet

  • Fatigue 
  • Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Constipation 
  • Increased uric acid level in blood
  • Diarrhea
  • Muscle pain
  • Protein in urine

Drug Warnings

Do not take Left-10 Tablet if you are allergic, other H2 receptor antagonists, or any other ingredients present in it. Before taking Left-10 Tablet , inform your doctor if you are taking prescription or non-prescription medications, including antacids, any nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Inform your doctor if you have any gastrointestinal problems, kidney diseases, and liver diseases. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant/breast-feeding women. Left-10 Tablet should be used with caution in the elderly patients due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Left-10 Tablet should be used with caution in patients on dialysis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of renal function is necessary for such patients during treatment with this medicine. Left-10 Tablet may cause shock and anaphylactic reactions in some patients. Report any symptoms such as pale skin, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc. to the doctor immediately.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Left-10 Tablet with pyrazinamide may increase the risk or severity of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Left-10 Tablet and Pyrazinamide together can cause an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Co-administration of divalproex and Left-10 Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between divalproex and Left-10 Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Using Left-10 Tablet together with methylprednisolone may increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Left-10 Tablet and methylprednisolone, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Mercaptopurine with Left-10 Tablet can increase the risk of infections and liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Left-10 Tablet and mercaptopurine, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
When atorvastatin and Left-10 Tablet are taken together it can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Atorvastatin and Left-10 Tablet together can result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, less desire to eat, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Co-administration of Left-10 Tablet and itraconazole can raise the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Left-10 Tablet and itraconazole may interact, but if a doctor prescribes them, you can still use them. If you have any of the following symptoms: fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, weakness, lack of hunger, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark urine, light stools, or yellowing of the skin or eyes, then you must visit a doctor. Never discontinue taking a drug without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Combining Left-10 Tablet with Danazol may increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Danazol and Left-10 Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience fever, chills, joint pain, swelling, bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, dark-coloured urine, liver damage, or bleeding - make sure to contact a doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Coadministration of Disulfiram and Left-10 Tablet can increase the risk of liver problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Disulfiram and Left-10 Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any of these symptoms fever, vomiting, stomach pain, dark urine, or yellowing of skin and eyes, contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting your doctor.
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How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Taking belimumab with Left-10 Tablet can increase the risk of serious infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Left-10 Tablet and belimumab, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Left-10 Tablet:
Taking sulfasalazine with Left-10 Tablet can increase the risk or severity of side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between sulfasalazine and Left-10 Tablet, it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Contact a doctor immediately if you develop paleness, fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

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Special Advise

  • Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor. 
  • If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Left-10 Tablet .

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Maintain a healthy weight. Lose excess weight if you are overweight or obese.  
  • Do not lie down immediately after eating.
  • Eat smaller meals in short intervals. 
  • Elevate the head of the bed while sleeping. 
  • Quit smoking.
  • Reduce caffeine and alcohol intake.
  • Reduce stress.
  • Do not take nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) without the doctor's advice.
  • Avoid spicy foods and carbonated drinks.
  • Avoid eating citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.

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