Ingredient

Zastaprazan Citrate

Zastaprazan citrate is an active ingredient used in the treatment of peptic ulcers by inhibiting gastric acid secretion.

See medicines used for Digestion / Gastritis / Heartburn
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MFDS ingredient code M284626

What does it do?

Zastaprazan citrate belongs to a class of drugs that regulate gastric acid secretion. It is primarily used in medications to reduce excessive gastric acid secretion associated with peptic ulcers. This helps protect the gastric mucosa and aids in the healing of ulcers.

This ingredient blocks specific enzymes in gastric wall cells to prevent excessive secretion of gastric acid. As a result, gastric acid is reduced, preventing damage to the gastric mucosa and aiding in the healing of ulcers.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike conventional gastric acid inhibitors, Zastaprazan citrate selectively inhibits specific enzymes, making it effective while having fewer side effects. This allows for safer and more rapid treatment in regulating gastric acid secretion.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
Consult a doctor or pharmacist for accurate dosage, administration, and usage instructions.