Q. How does SUPERIA L CAPSULE work? A. SUPERIA L CAPSULE is a combination of levosulpiride and rabeprazole. SUPERIA L CAPSULE is used to treat gastrointestinal conditions such as nausea, vomiting, indigestion, dizziness and headache. Levosulpiride is a dopamine receptor D2 antagonist that works by increasing bowel movements. Rabeprazole is a proton pump inhibitor that works by reducing the amount of acid secreted by stomach. Thus, it reduces acidity of stomach, which is helpful in gastrointestinal conditions such as peptic ulcer, heartburn, stomach upset etc.
Q. Can I take SUPERIA L CAPSULE with methotrexate? A. No, it is advised not to take SUPERIA L CAPSULE with methotrexate. SUPERIA L CAPSULE may increase the levels of methotrexate in the body. Methotrexate is an antimetabolite. It is used to treat cancer. If its levels are increased, it may cause toxicity to normal cells.
Q. Does SUPERIA L CAPSULE cause vitamin B12 deficiency? A. If you use SUPERIA L CAPSULE for a long time, it can cause vitamin B12 deficiency. Add foods rich in vitamin B12 to your diet. You can also try vitamin B12 supplements available in the market.
Q. Can I take SUPERIA L CAPSULE with ketoconazole? A. No, it is recommended not take ketoconazole along with SUPERIA L CAPSULE. Ketoconazole is an antifungal drug that works in the normal acidic conditions present in your stomach. SUPERIA L CAPSULE reduces acidity of stomach which may not be favourable for ketoconazole. If you are taking SUPERIA L CAPSULE and are prescribed ketoconazole, give some time gap between those two drugs.
Q. How should I store SUPERIA L CAPSULE? A. SUPERIA L CAPSULE is stored at room temperature. Keep SUPERIA L CAPSULE in a dry place and away from direct sunlight. Try to store SUPERIA L CAPSULE away from children to prevent accidental intake/overdose by children. Check the expiry date from time to time and please do not store SUPERIA L CAPSULE after its expiry date.
