Pepsa 10mg Tablet

Pepsa Tablet is used to treat pain and inflammation. It helps reduce pain and swelling in postoperative wounds and inflammatory conditions. Pepsa Tablet can be taken with or without food.

Take this medicine regularly when needed and try not to miss doses, as missing doses will make it less effective. It is usually safe with minimal or no side effects. However, if you experience any symptoms that you believe may be caused by the medicine, please inform your doctor.

They may be able to suggest ways to prevent or lessen these symptoms. To ensure it is safe for you, please inform your doctor about any medical conditions or disorders you may have before starting this medication. Also, inform them of all other medicines you are taking.

Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medication.

Dosage

Overdose

If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed any dose of medicine, take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then 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?

• Pepsa Tablet works by blocking the release of certain chemicals in the body, which cause pain, swelling and redness.

Directions for Use

Take the Pepsa Tablet as directed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew the medicine. Take it as a whole with a sufficient quantity of water.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take the Pepsa Tablet during pregnancy?

There is limited information available about the safety of the Pepsa Tablet during pregnancy. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I take the Pepsa Tablet while breastfeeding?

There is limited information available about the safety of the Pepsa Tablet during breastfeeding. Thus, inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed the Pepsa Tablet?

Pepsa Tablet does not interfere with your driving ability.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with the Pepsa Tablet?

• No information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have or had a history of bleeding disorder.
• You have liver or kidney disorder.
• You experience an allergic reaction after taking this medicine.
• You have a planned surgery coming up.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to serratiopeptidase or any of the ingredients of the Pepsa Tablet
• If you are pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Rash or redness
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Stomach discomfort
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way the Pepsa Tablet works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• If you are taking any blood-thinning medicines.

Storage and disposal

• Store the medicine below 25ºC.
• Protect it from light and moisture.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Pepsa Tablet a steroid?

No, Pepsa Tablet is not a steroid. Serratiopeptidase in the Pepsa Tablet is an enzyme which has anti-inflammatory action.

Can Pepsa Tablet provide relief from toothache?

Pepsa Tablet is used to reduce the inflammation near the inflammed dental tissues, thus reduces the pain sensation.