Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd
Salt Composition : Ranitidine(25mg)
elkoss 25mg Injection is also used to treat ulcers (sores in the lining of the stomach or intestine) which did not get cured with other medications. It is generally administered by a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered this medicine at home. The dosage depends on what you are being treated for. Follow the advice of your doctor while taking the medicine. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. You may only need to use it for a short time when you have symptoms. If you are getting the injection to prevent ulcers and other conditions you may need to take it for longer a period. You should keep using it regularly to prevent problems from happening in the future. You may be able to help improve your symptoms by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or fatty foods.
Most people do not experience any side effects while taking the medicine. However, the most common side effects include headache, constipation, feeling drowsy or tired, and diarrhea. These side effects are usually mild and will go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away.
The stomach produces acid to digest food. When this acid is produced in excess, it can lead to acidity, heartburn and ulcers. Helkoss Injection works by blocking the secretion of gastric acid and thereby reduces the amount of acid present in the stomach. This helps in the relief of acid concerned indigestion and heartburn.
Ranitidine Tablets is 50% absorbed after oral administration, compared to an intravenous (IV) injection with mean peak levels of 440 to 545 ng/mL occurring 2 to 3 hours after a 150 mg dose. Absorption is not significantly impaired by the administration of food or antacids.
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 Helkoss
Sleepiness
Headache
Tiredness
Constipation
Diarrhea
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ranitidine Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Porphyria
Heart Disease
Allergy
Drug Allergies
Helkoss 25mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Helkoss 25mg Injection.
Helkoss 25mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Benign gastric ulcer disease, short-term, and maintenance
Duodenal ulcer disease, short-term, and maintenance
Erosive esophagitis
Hypersecretory conditions (e.g., Zollinger-Ellison, systemic mastocytosis, multiple endocrine adenoma syndrome)
Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
Non-ulcer dyspepsia, indigestion, heartburn, and sour stomach
RANITIDINE interacts with a blood thinner (warfarin), antifungal (ketoconazole), anti-HIV drug (atazanavir), and antacid (aluminium hydroxide).
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Helkoss 25mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
It is given as an injection into the veins under the supervision of the doctor.
If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Helkoss 25mg Injection.
Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Helkoss 25mg Injection for 2 weeks as you may be suffering from some other problems.
Inform your doctor if you have ever been diagnosed with kidney disease as dose of your medicine may need to be adjusted.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. Is Helkoss 25mg Injection safe for long-term use?
There is limited data available on whether Helkoss 25mg Injection can be used for the long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Helkoss 25mg Injection for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Helkoss 25mg Injection effective?
Helkoss 25mg Injection would be effective only if used for the right indication in the dose and the duration as advised by the doctor. In case you do not find any change in your condition while taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor. Do not change the dose or stop taking the medicine without consulting your doctor.
Q. What are the dos and don’ts while taking Helkoss 25mg Injection?
Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain, or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa, and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush while having meals. You should stop or cut down on smoking.
Q. How long does it take for Helkoss 25mg Injection to start working?
Helkoss 25mg Injection starts working as fast as 15 minutes from when it is given. Its effect is seen to last all day or all night.
