What is Peptipack intended for? The reviews about the drug say in which cases it is prescribed, and also the advantages and disadvantages of this drug are noted. The instructions for use indicate that "Pepticak" has a bactericidal and antisecretory effect. What does it mean?
Description
Peptipac (reviews below) is an antiulcer drug that has a detrimental effect on the Helicobacter pylori bacterium, since omeprazole (a proton pump inhibitor) is part of the drug. It inhibits the secretion of hydrochloric acid, lowers the level of stimulated and basal secretion, and creates special conditions for the death of bacteria in the stomach.
After administration, the drug works for 24 hours. The composition of Peptipac (instructions and reviews confirm this) includes antibiotics - clarithromycin and amoxicillin. They are active against anaerobic, aerobic, gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria. The medicine further minimizes relapse of duodenal ulcer and stomach.
Indications for use
The instructions for the use of Peptipac and reviews say in which cases a medicine is prescribed.
The tool should be taken with:
- stomach ulcer;
- duodenal ulcer;
- chronic gastritis.
The drug is taken under the supervision of a specialist.
How to use?
In the reviews of the drug "Peptipacus" it is said that it is taken strictly according to the instructions, since it includes doses of clarithromycin, amoxicillin and omeprazole. To destroy Helicobacter pylori, you need to drink 20 mg (1 capsule) of omeprazole and clarithromycin 500 mg (1 tablet) twice a day - this is a morning and evening dose.
These drugs should be taken together before meals. The course of treatment is 1-2 weeks. The medicine is prescribed for children over twelve years of age and adults. Older people with caution.
Side effects and contraindications
According to reviews of Peptipac, they are not recommended to be treated by patients who have problems with the liver and kidneys; sick with an active ulcer. Contraindications include high sensitivity to active substances and auxiliary components; pregnancy and lactation. The simultaneous administration of Peptipac with other drugs should also be avoided. This is indicated in detail in the instructions for the drug.
There are many side effects of this medicine.
Here are some of them:
- anaphylactic shock;
- Quincke's edema;
- various mental disorders;
- headache;
- drowsiness;
- stomach ache;
- constipation;
- nausea;
- dry mouth
- heartburn;
- malaise;
- tachycardia, arrhythmias.
If such symptoms appear, the drug should be stopped.
Analogs
Peptipack reviews say that there are analogues. They are similar in indications for admission and pharmacological action. In the case of Peptipac, this is:
- Ranitidine;
- Pepsan
- Gaviscon
- Kvamatel;
- "Abisib;
- "Famotidine";
- "Betaclatinol";
- "Vis-nol;
- "Proxy";
- Pantasan
- "Lim Zer";
- "Vicair";
- Gastro Norms;
- "Diaprazole";
- Ulsepan and many others.
For example, Ranitidine is also an antiulcer drug that acts on specific receptors in the stomach and reduces the production of gastric juice. Its peculiarity is that it is as safe as possible, therefore it is trusted by patients. "Ranitidine", despite the same indications for use, is strikingly different from other known drugs in its principle of action. The drug acts on histamine receptors, which are located in the cells of the gastric mucosa. That is, "Ranitidine" reduces acidity, which leads to the regeneration of organ tissues. The duration of exposure to the drug is twelve hours. Its specificity is that it is one of the vital medicines. Peptipac analog is used for ulcers caused by stress factors, peptic ulcers; bleeding stomach; with the release of gastric juice; diseases of the duodenum and stomach; chronic dyspepsia. Ranitidine is available in tablet form. The plus is that it has a minimum of contraindications and side effects.
Vicair is a lesser known Peptipac counterpart, but cheap. This medicine is combined. It has a laxative, astringent, antacid, antiseptic property. Available in tablet form. The main advantage - contains natural ingredients (rhizomes of calamus and buckthorn bark). The main indications for use are hyperacid gastritis, which is accompanied by constipation; stomach ulcer and duodenal ulcer. It is not recommended to take "Vicair" for gastritis, appendicitis, enterocolitis, chronic renal failure, hypersensitivity to the components. Of the adverse reactions - diarrhea and allergies.
Peptipack has fairly inexpensive and safe counterparts. But if the doctor prescribed this remedy, then the transition to a similar one should be carried out with the permission of a specialist. You can not prescribe yourself a dosage.
Reviews
Peptipac is a good drug, as most patients report a positive trend in treatment. The advantages of the medicine include:
- in one package there are three drugs;
- convenience of reception;
- quickly relieves pain in the stomach;
- good packaging and detailed instructions;
- almost instant effect;
- short course of treatment.
The disadvantages are:
- severe adverse reactions;
- high price;
- shock dose of antibiotics.
So, the Peptipak drug is a profitable acquisition, judging by the reviews, it also quickly copes with the problem, has high efficiency, a long-lasting result, but there are contraindications and undesirable consequences.