Introduction

Uses of Servipep 20

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
Peptic ulcer disease

Side effects of Servipep 20

Headache
Diarrhea
Constipation

How to use Servipep 20

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. Servipep 20 is to be taken with food.

How Servipep 20 works

Servipep 20 is a histamine H2 receptor antagonist. It works by reducing the acid produced in the stomach. This helps to relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn.

What if you forget to take Servipep 20?

If you miss a dose of Servipep 20, 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.

Quick Tips

Servipep 20 is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects.
Take it with or without food.
If you are also taking other medications to treat acidity (e.g., antacid), take them 2 hours before or after taking Servipep 20.
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 Servipep 20 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.
Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor.

Safety Advice

UNSAFE – Alcohol: It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Servipep 20.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Pregnancy: Servipep 20 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.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Breastfeeding: Servipep 20 is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE – Driving: Servipep 20 does not usually affect your ability to drive.
CAUTION – Kidney: Servipep 20 should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Servipep 20 may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED – Liver: Servipep 20 is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Servipep 20 may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.