Nolpasa is prescribed for gastritis when the disease is taking place against a background of excessive acidity. The drug helps to correct the synthesis of hydrochloric acid and eliminate the pronounced symptoms of the indicated pathology of the gastrointestinal tract. Nolpase is well absorbed by the body and easily tolerated by it, it is able to demonstrate a long-term therapeutic effect, but only if the drug is taken correctly. The described pills have their contraindications, side effects, so before taking medications it is important to get the help of a gastroenterologist.
When is Nolpasa used for gastritis?
This medication is usually prescribed because it belongs to the group of proton pump inhibitors - drugs that block the release of the hydrochloric acid inside the stomach. Excessive isolation leads to the occurrence of hyperacid and alimentary gastritis, reflux esophagitis, and stomach ulcers.
The course of taking the drug consists of two weeks. And let no one scare such a long time. The effect of tablets comes immediately, but in order to fix it, you need time. There are several general recommendations that should be adopted by everyone who is prescribed Nolpasa for gastritis.
- The drug is taken once a day for 20 mg before meals.
- The maximum duration of the course of admission is not more than a month. Then it is necessary to suspend the treatment of gastritis, Nolpaz can be taken again only after a month's break.
- Pregnant women and breastfeeding women, the drug is contraindicated.
- Do not take pills for people younger than 18 years old.
- Dosage is described in detail in the instructions, deviate from it and take initiative is not worth it.
Please note! Since Nolpasa with gastritis reduces the acidity of the stomach, the assimilation of other drugs will be difficult. And this means that they can not act as efficiently as the attending physician expects. If the presence of the Helicobacter pylori bacteria is detected, the drug can be taken. But only in a dose of 40 mg and paired with a strong antibiotic.
What side effects can you expect?
Clinical trials have not shown any serious side effects. Negative moments can be associated only with a violation of the dosage of the medication or with an individual intolerance of any ingredient that is a part of the tablets. Very rarely, the following abnormalities may appear:
- Light dizziness and minor headaches.
- Fast fatigue.
- Rash is a sign of an allergic reaction.
- Hemorrhage.
It is important to know that Nolpaz is not prescribed for gastritis if the patient takes antiretroviral "Atazanavir" in parallel with the treatment. Since the described tablets belong to the group of potent inhibitors, they can be taken only after an accurate diagnosis and appointment of a doctor.