INTRODUCTION

Pylokit Kit is a combination medicine used in the treatment of peptic ulcer disease by relieving the symptoms such as heartburn, indigestion, stomach pain, and irritation. It also reduces the acid production in the stomach to prevent discomfort.

Pylokit Kit is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, tiredness, headache, dryness in the mouth, and metallic taste. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. This medicine can also cause sleepiness and dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have kidney diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

USES OF PYLOKIT KIT

Peptic ulcer disease

BENEFITS OF PYLOKIT KIT

In Peptic ulcer disease

Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Pylokit Kit reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Pylokit Kit as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PYLOKIT KIT

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 Pylokit

Diarrhea
Nausea
Vomiting
Stomach pain
Indigestion
Tiredness
Headache
Dizziness
Dryness in mouth
Metallic taste

HOW TO USE PYLOKIT KIT

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label before use. Pylokit Kit is to be taken empty stomach.

HOW PYLOKIT KIT WORKS

Pylokit Kit is a combination of three medicines: Tinidazole, Clarithromycin and Lansoprazole. Tinidazole is an antibiotic which kills the bacteria and other microorganisms that cause infections by damaging their DNA. Clarithromycin is also an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins required by the bacteria to carry out vital functions. Together, they treat your infection effectively. Lansoprazole is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which reduces the amount of acid in the stomach and prevents acid-related indigestion and ulcers.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pylokit Kit. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pylokit Kit may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pylokit Kit is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Pylokit Kit may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Pylokit Kit may make you feel drowsy or gives you problems with coordination or sensation (e.g. numbness or weakness). This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Pylokit Kit should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Pylokit Kit may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Pylokit Kit is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Pylokit Kit may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE PYLOKIT KIT?

If you miss a dose of Pylokit Kit, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.