Acogut Tablet 15’S

Acogut

ACOGUT contains Acotiamide which belongs to the group of medicines called oral gastroprokinetic agent. It is used to treat indigestion, bloating especially after meals and early satiety (state of feeling fed too much) in functional dyspepsia. Functional dyspepsia is a chronic disorder of abnormal movements or sensation in the upper gastrointestinal tract. The symptoms include abdominal pain, bloating (wind), heartburn, sour taste in mouth, excessive burping, nausea, vomiting and an inability to finish meals.

ACOGUT increases gastric motility and smooth muscle contractions and relieves from the symptoms of functional dyspepsia. Along with the treatment, your doctor might ask you to take a fibre rich foods like fresh fruit, vegetables and cereals and to drink plenty of water. If required, you can also eat smaller and frequent meals. Try to improve your physical activity by exercising regularly or by going for a walk, which might help to get rid of bloating easily.

This medicine should be taken at least 10 minutes before meals. Do not stop taking this medicine, without consulting your doctor. Continue to take ACOGUT, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results. Avoid smoking and consumption of alcohol during this medication. The most common side effects of taking this medicine are headache and diarrhea. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears in no time. Before taking this medicine inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

USES OF ACOGUT:

Treats indigestion, bloating and early satiety in functional dyspepsia

HOW ACOGUT WORKS:

ACOGUT exerts its gastroprokinetic effects by enhancing the release of acetylcholine in the enteric nervous system via inhibition of presynaptic M1 and M2 muscarinic receptor and acetylcholine-esterase activity, which results in enhanced gastric motility and smooth muscle contraction.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE:

Take ACOGUT as directed by your physician. It should be taken at least 10 minutes before meals. Swallow the medicine as whole with a sip of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct duration for you depending upon your age, weight and health condition. Continue to take this medicine, as long as your doctor tells you to do so, to obtain better results.

SHORT DESCRIPTION:

ACOGUT is generally well tolerated without any side effects. However, in some patients it may cause headache and diarrhea.

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS:

Diarrhea:

Drink lots of fluids, such as water or juice, to avoid dehydration. Do not take any medicines without speaking to a doctor.

Headache:

Apply hot or cold-water bag on your head. Take rest in a quiet and dark room. Drink tea or coffee.

INTERACTIONS:

Tell your doctor about all the medicines you use, including non-prescription and prescription medicines and herbal supplements.

SYNOPSIS:

Drug : Acotiamide
Pharmacological Category : Gastroprokinetic agent, Antiemetic agent
Therapeutic Indication : Functional dyspepsia, Bloating
Dosage Forms : Tablet

MORE INFORMATION

Store below 20-25°C and keep out of reach of children.

FAQ’s ABOUT ACOGUT

Q: What are the uses of ACOGUT?
A: This medicine is used to treat indigestion, bloating and early satiety in functional dyspepsia.

Q: Is ACOGUT safe?
A: This medicine is generally well tolerated without any side effects. However, in some patients it may cause headache and diarrhea. They are usually temporary and disappears in no time. Contact your doctor if they bother you.

USES OF ACOGUT TABLET

• Treatment of Functional dyspepsia

BENEFITS OF ACOGUT TABLET

In 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. Acogut Tablet 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 ACOGUT TABLET

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 Acogut

• Headache
• Diarrhea

HOW TO USE ACOGUT TABLET

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. Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

HOW ACOGUT TABLET WORKS

Tablet increases the release of acetylcholine, a chemical that can increase the motility of the intestine.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

Information regarding the use of Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

Information regarding the use of Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

It is not known whether Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of  Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE ACOGUT TABLET?

If you miss a dose of Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.