Cyra Ls Strip Of 10 Tablets

Cyra Ls Tablet is an anti-reflux medicine that is used for the treatment of gastrointestinal reflux disease (GERD). It is a condition in which acid from the stomach comes up to the food pipe, causing heartburn, acidity, etc. This Tablet is a combination of rabeprazole sodium and levosulpiride as active ingredients.

Along with this medicine you need to make a slight change in your daily routine including less oily and spicy food, quit alcohol and smoke, gentle regular exercise etc. for best results.

Dosage

Overdose

There is limited information available on what symptoms you will have if this medicine is consumed in excess. If you have taken too much of this medicine, seek medical attention immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Rabeprazole blocks the secretion of acid in the stomach by acting on a pump called the proton pump in the stomach and is responsible for the secretion of stomach acids.
• Levosulpiride increases the motility of the stomach and intestine so that acid does not reflux back into the food pipe.

Directions for Use

• Take this medicine as directed by your physician.
• It should be taken before food.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Cyra Ls Tablet during pregnancy?

It is not recommended to be used during pregnancy due to limited information available on its safety.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Cyra Ls Tablet while breastfeeding?

It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Hence it is not advised to breastfeed during the treatment. Take this medicine only if your doctor considers it essential.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cyra Ls Tablet?

This medicine does not affect your ability to drive or to use machinery, however if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine, then you should avoid driving or using machines.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Cyra Ls Tablet?

Alcohol consumption along with this medicine can cause drowsiness. Better avoid alcohol intake during the treatment. Moreover, alcohol is known to increase acidity and can make your stomach disease worse. So it may be best to hold off on drinking alcohol until you have finished treatment.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a known allergy to this medicine or any other medicine.
• You have any underlying medical conditions such as liver or kidney related problem, blood disorder, stomach tumor etc.
• You have history of osteoporosis. Prolonged treatment of more than a year can increase risk of fracture and low levels of vitamin B12. If you are on long term treatment, follow up with your doctor regularly.
• You experience frequent diarrhoea, fever or have a skin reaction after taking this medicine.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to rabeprazole, levosulpiride or any of the ingredient of this medicine.
• If you have a history of fits or Parkinson's disease.
• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Cough
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Stomach discomfort
• Back pain
• Weakness

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Cyra Ls Tablet may interact with other medicines, discuss with your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbal preparations you are taking.
• Especially, if you are taking anti-fungal medicines, anti-HIV medicines, or medicines for brain and heart-related disorders etc.
• Antacids & medicines used to treat ulcer-like sucralfate should be taken with at least 2 hours of gap.
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Storage and disposal

• Store this medicine below 30°C.
• Keep it in a cool and dry place and out of the reach of children.
• Store it in a tightly closed container.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I take alcohol during the treatment?

No it is not safe to consume alcohol along with the medicine. You must avoid drinking large quantities of alcohol as it is known to increase acidity and can make your stomach disease worse.

I get recurring acidity, what should I do to avoid it?

• Avoid spicy, oily food.
• Reduce smoking and alcohol intake as these are known to worsen the reflux.
• Avoid carbonated drinks like cold drinks, soda as the carbon dioxide gas in these is known to aggravate acid reflux.
• Reduce chocolate, mint intake.
• Some medicines are known to increase the acidity and worsen the condition such as pain killers, Ibuprofen. You should avoid using these for long duration.

What should I do if I experience heartburn and stomach pain frequently?

There are several reasons which may cause heartburn and abdominal pain. Try to observe if a particular dietary ingredient is causing this issue and avoid it. Also, avoid very oily and fried food. Consult a doctor if the problem persists even after this and get proper treatment done. Do not self-medicate.

When should I use Cyra Ls Tablet?

Do not take this medicine without a prescription. Do not stop taking this medicine or self-adjust the dose without the knowledge of your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have any liver problems or stopped taking this medicine for more than 5 days, before re-starting the dose.