Acotiamide
Introduction To Acotiamide
Acotiamide is used in the treatment of indigestion. It also helps to relieve bloating after meals, pain in the upper abdomen, and early satiety (feeling full after having a small amount of food).
Acotiamide is taken before meals in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are headaches and diarrhea. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. Lifestyle modifications like reducing smoking, increasing exercise, and a healthy diet will help you to get better results.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver and kidney problems.
Uses of Acotiamide
- Treatment of Functional dyspepsia
Benefits of Acotiamide
Treatment of Functional dyspepsia
Functional dyspepsia is another term for indigestion that is not associated
with a specific cause. It may cause symptoms such as an early feeling of
fullness after eating, stomach pain or discomfort, nausea, and bloating.
Acotiamide helps treat these symptoms by increasing the rate of stomach
emptying. Take it exactly as it is prescribed. Some simple lifestyle changes
can help stop or reduce these symptoms. Think about what foods trigger your
symptoms and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose
weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within
3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
Side effects of Acotiamide
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Actapro
- Headache
- Diarrhea
How to use Acotiamide
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Acotiamide is to be taken empty stomach.
How Acotiamide works
Acotiamide increases the release of acetylcholine, a chemical that can increase the motility of the intestine.
Quick tips
- Acotiamide should be taken before meals.
- Always take the complete course of treatment as advised by your doctor even if you start to feel better.
- Make lifestyle changes like lose weight if you are overweight and avoid smoking.
- Avoid foods that can aggravate your symptoms like coffee, citrus fruits, high-fat, spicy and pickled foods.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant or breastfeeding.
Safety Advice
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Acotiamide if I’m pregnant?
Information regarding the use of Acotiamide during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
BreastfeedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Acotiamide if I’m breastfeeding?
Information regarding the use of Acotiamide during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Is drinking alcohol while taking Acotiamide safe?
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Acotiamide. Please consult your doctor.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I drive after taking Acotiamide?
It is not known whether Acotiamide alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Acotiamide if I have/had kidney diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Acotiamide in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Can I take Acotiamide if I have/had liver diseases?
There is limited information available on the use of Acotiamide in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. What is Acotiamide used for?
Acotiamide is used in the treatment of functional dyspepsia. It helps to relieve the symptoms like bloating after a meal, pain/discomfort in the upper abdomen and early satiety (feeling of fullness in a short span of time after having only little food).
Q. When should I take Acotiamide?
Acotiamide should be taken before meals. Always complete the prescribed course of treatment as advised by your doctor even if you start to feel better.
Q. Is Acotiamide effective?
Acotiamide is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Acotiamide too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can I stop taking Acotiamide when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Acotiamide without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the condition is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
Q. Is Acotiamide safe?
Acotiamide is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. Can dyspepsia be cured?
No, functional dyspepsia cannot be cured completely. But, the symptoms of functional dyspepsia such as bloating after a meal, pain/discomfort in the upper abdomen and early satiety (feeling of fullness in a short span of time after having only little food), can be effectively managed with medicines as well as a few lifestyle changes. Practise yoga or meditation or take up a hobby. Ensure that you have a sound sleep every night as this also reduces your stress and hence helps in keeping your symptoms well-controlled. Try to eat smaller, frequent meals and avoid eating late at night. There should be a gap of at least 3 to 4 hours between dinner and going to bed at night. Take more fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and avoid spicy or oily foods. Reducing weight can also help if you are obese. These simple life-hacks can help you manage your condition a lot.
References
Written By:
Dr Advikka Ridhy
MBBS
RMO, Aster MIMS
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