Overview

Limzer Capsule is used for Acidic stomach, Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Stomach and intestinal ulcers, Heartburn, Abdominal pain, Bitter fluid into stomach, Food pipe healing, Nsaid-induced ulcers, Treatment for symptoms associated with idiopathic or diabetic gastroparesis, Treatment for intractable nausea and vomiting and other conditions. Limzer Capsule may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Limzer Capsule contains Domperidone and Omeprazole as active ingredients.
Limzer Capsule works by blocking the production of acid in stomach; blocking the dopamine receptors;
Detailed information related to Limzer Capsule's uses, composition, dosage, side effects and reviews is listed below.

Uses

Limzer Capsule is used for the treatment, control, prevention, & improvement of the following diseases, conditions and symptoms:
Learn more: Uses

Side-effects

The following is a list of possible side-effects that may occur from all constituting ingredients of Limzer Capsule. This is not a comprehensive list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the side-effects may be rare but serious. Consult your doctor if you observe any of the following side-effects, especially if they do not go away.
If you notice other side-effects not listed above, contact your doctor for medical advice. You may also report side-effects to your local food and drug administration authority.

Precautions

Before using Limzer Capsule, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products (e.g. vitamins, herbal supplements, etc.), allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions (e.g. pregnancy, upcoming surgery, etc.). Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert. Dosage is based on your condition. Tell your doctor if your condition persists or worsens. Important counseling points are listed below.
  • Avoid driving or operating machinery
  • Concurrent use with QT prolongating agents
  • Discontinue use if experiencing signs or symptoms associated with cardiac arrhythmia
  • Do not chew or crush the tablets
  • Do not take double dose for making up forgotten dose
  • Do not use if you are allergic to omeprazole
  • Older patients
  • Patients with bradycardia
  • Patients with cardiac diseases
  • Patients with glucose or galactose malabsorption

Interactions with Limzer Capsule

If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Limzer Capsule may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Limzer Capsule may interact with the following drugs and products:
  • Amiodarone
  • Amoxicillin
  • Amprenavir
  • Antacids
  • Aprepitant
  • Atazanavir
  • Atropine
  • Cilostazol
  • Clarithromycin
  • Clopidogrel

When not to use Limzer Capsule

Hypersensitivity to Limzer Capsule is a contraindication. In addition, Limzer Capsule should not be used if you have the following conditions:
  • Co-administration with potent CYP3A4 inhibitors
  • Concomitant use with medicines that prolong the QT interval
  • Congestive heart failure
  • Gastric malignancy
  • Hypersensitivity
  • Hypersensitivity to domperidone
  • Impairment renal and hepatic functions
  • Lactation
  • Moderate or severe hepatic impairment
  • Patients with significant electrolyte disturbances

Composition and Active Ingredients

Limzer Capsule is composed of the following active ingredients (salts)
Please note that this medicine may be available in various strengths for each active ingredient listed above.

Packages and Strengths

Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for this information.

Frequently asked Questions

  • Is Limzer Capsule safe to use when pregnant?
    • Omeprazole: No
    • Domperidone: Please consult with your doctor for case-specific recommendations.
  • Is Limzer Capsule safe while breastfeeding?
    • Omeprazole: No
    • Domperidone: No
  • Can Limzer Capsule be used for acidic stomach and gastroesophageal reflux disease?
    Yes, acidic stomach and gastroesophageal reflux disease are among the most common reported uses for Limzer Capsule. Please do not use Limzer Capsule for acidic stomach and gastroesophageal reflux disease without consulting first with your doctor. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as common uses for Limzer Capsule.
  • At what frequency do I need to use Limzer Capsule?
    TabletWise.com website users have reported twice a day and once a day as the most common frequency of using Limzer Capsule. Please follow your doctor's advice on how often you need to Limzer Capsule. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as frequency of using Limzer Capsule.
  • Should I use Limzer Capsule empty stomach, before food or after food?
    TabletWise.com website users have most commonly reported using Limzer Capsule before food. However, this may not be reflective of how you should use this medicine. Please follow your doctor's advice on how you should use this medicine. Click here and view survey results to find out what other patients report as timing of using Limzer Capsule.
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when using this product?
    If you experience drowsiness, dizziness, hypotension or a headache as side-effects when using Limzer Capsule medicine then it may not be safe to drive a vehicle or operate heavy machinery. One should not drive a vehicle if using the medicine makes you drowsy, dizzy or lowers your blood-pressure extensively. Pharmacists also advise patients not to drink alcohol with medicines as alcohol intensifies drowsiness side-effects. Please check for these effects on your body when using Limzer Capsule. Always consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body and health conditions.
  • Is this medicine or product addictive or habit forming?
    Most medicines don't come with a potential for addiction or abuse. Usually, the government's categorizes medicines that can be addictive as controlled substances. Examples include schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US. Please consult the product package to make sure that the medicine does not belong to such special categorizations of medicines. Lastly, do not self-medicate and increase your body's dependence to medicines without the advice of a doctor.
  • Can i stop using this product immediately or do I have to slowly wean off the use?
    Some medicines need to be tapered or cannot be stopped immediately because of rebound effects. Please consult with your doctor for recommendations specific to your body, health and other medications that you may be using.

Other important Information on Limzer Capsule

Missing a dose

In case you miss a dose, use it as soon as you notice. If it is close to the time of your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your dosing schedule. Do not use extra dose to make up for a missed dose. If you are regularly missing doses, consider setting an alarm or asking a family member to remind you. Please consult your doctor to discuss changes in your dosing schedule or a new schedule to make up for missed doses, if you have missed too many doses recently.

Overdosage of Limzer Capsule

  • Do not use more than prescribed dose. Taking more medication will not improve your symptoms; rather they may cause poisoning or serious side-effects. If you suspect that you or anyone else who may have overdosed of Limzer Capsule, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. Bring a medicine box, container, or label with you to help doctors with necessary information.
  • Do not give your medicines to other people even if you know that they have the same condition or it seems that they may have similar conditions. This may lead to overdosage.
  • Please consult your physician or pharmacist or product package for more information.

Storage of Limzer Capsule

  • Store medicines at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Do not freeze medicines unless required by package insert. Keep medicines away from children and pets.
  • Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into drainage unless instructed to do so. Medication discarded in this manner may contaminate the environment. Please consult your pharmacist or doctor for more details on how to safely discard Limzer Capsule.

Expired Limzer Capsule

  • Taking a single dose of expired Limzer Capsule is unlikely to produce an adverse event. However, please discuss with your primary health provider or pharmacist for proper advice or if you feel unwell or sick. Expired drug may become ineffective in treating your prescribed conditions. To be on the safe side, it is important not to use expired drugs. If you have a chronic illness that requires taking medicine constantly such as heart condition, seizures, and life-threatening allergies, you are much safer keeping in touch with your primary health care provider so that you can have a fresh supply of unexpired medications.

Dosage Information

Please consult your physician or pharmacist or refer to the product package.

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Last updated date

This page was last updated on 9/27/2020.
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