Nodosis Tablet

Composition of Nodosis Tablet

Nodosis Tablet contains Sodium Bicarbonate (500mg). It belongs to the Antacid / H2 blocker class of medicines.

Uses of Nodosis Tablet

Nodosis Tablet is used in the treatment of acidity.

Key benefits

• Works within minutes
• Useful for occasional heartburn

How Nodosis Tablet works

Nodosis Tablet is an antacid which works by neutralising excess acid in the stomach.

How to take Nodosis 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. Nodosis Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Nodosis Tablet

Most side effects of Nodosis are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Constipation Irritability Muscle twitching

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Nodosis Tablet

Warnings and precautions

This is for short-term relief. See a doctor if you need it most days for more than a couple of weeks. Seek urgent care for chest pain that spreads to the arm or jaw, comes with sweating or breathlessness — do not assume it is acidity. Antacids interfere with the absorption of many other medicines. Take them at least two hours apart from anything else.

Do not take Nodosis if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Reduces the absorption of thyroid tablets, iron, and several antibiotics — separate them by at least two hours.

How to store Nodosis Tablet

Store below 30°C in the original pack, away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.

Expert advice for Nodosis Tablet

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Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

STEADFAST MEDISHIELD

Therapeutic class:

Antacid

Drug class:

Antacid / H2 blocker