Q: What is Topp used for?
A: Topp is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.

Q: Is Topp an antacid?
A: No, Topp is not an antacid, it belongs to a therapeutic group of drugs called proton pump inhibitors. It acts by decreasing acid secretion in the stomach while antacids neutralize the acid in the stomach and coat the stomach mucosa.

Q: Is Topp safe?
A: Topp is relatively safe if taken in prescribed dose for prescribed duration as advised by your doctor

Q: Is Topp a painkiller?
A: No, Topp is not a painkiller. It is a proton pump inhibitor which is used for the treatment of conditions like heartburn, acid regurgitation, and stomach ulcers.

Q: Is Topp a proton pump inhibitor (PPI)?
A: Yes, Topp is a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) which inhibits the secretion of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

Q: Can I take Topp forever?
A: Topp should not be taken for a long time unless there is an indication for the medicine. Though generally safe, certain conditions like low magnesium levels and fractures are associated with long-term use. Consult your doctor before continuing the drug for a long time as you may need to get some tests done on a regular basis.

Q: Can I take Topp with ondansetron?
A: No relevant interactions have been reported between Topp and ondansetron. Consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q: Can I take Topp with azithromycin?
A: No clinically relevant interactions have been reported between Topp and azithromycin so far. Consult your doctor before taking these drugs together.

Q: Can I take Topp with Ibuprofen?
A: There are no interactions reported between Topp and ibuprofen when used together. However, you must consult your doctor before taking them together.

Q: Can I take Topp with ranitidine?
A: Both Topp and ranitidine work by lowering the acid secretion in the stomach for stomach ulcers and heartburn. There are no interactions reported between ranitidine and Topp if used together. However, studies have also shown no additional benefit in using ranitidine along with Topp. Please Consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q: Can I take Topp with amoxicillin?
A: No clinically relevant interaction has been reported between Topp Topp and amoxicillin. Please check with your doctor before taking these medicines together.

Q: Can I take Topp with antibiotics?
A: Various studies comparing the use of Topp while the patients were also taking different antibiotics revealed no clinically relevant interactions. However, always consult your doctor before taking Topp along with antibiotics.

Q: Can I take Topp with levothyroxine?
A: Absorption (time to reach blood) of levothyroxine may be delayed if it is taken with Topp. Consult your doctor before taking both the medicines together.

Q: Can I take Topp with other medications?
A: Topp can generally be taken safely with other drugs. But there are certain medications like anti-HIV drugs and anticoagulants which can have interaction with Topp and thus should not be combined or should be closely monitored when given together. Please consult your doctor if you need to take Topp with other medications.

Q: Can I take Topp with ciprofloxacin?
A: There are no interactions reported between Topp and ciprofloxacin. However, this does not mean interactions cannot occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q: Does Topp cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss has not been reported with the use of Topp. If you experience excessive hair loss while taking Topp, please consult your doctor.

Q: Does Topp cause constipation?
A: Both diarrhea and constipation have been reported as a common side effects of Topp in children and in adults. Consult your doctor if you experience intolerable side effects while taking Topp.

Q: Does Topp cause weight gain?
A: Change in weight has been associated with Topp. Consult your doctor if you have weight gain or weight loss during Topp use.

Q: Does Topp cause dry mouth?
A: Dry mouth has been reported as a side effect with Topp. Kindly consult your doctor if you have this problem while taking Topp.

Q: Does Topp cause gas?
A: Flatulence (gas), abdominal distension, and bloating (fullness) have been associated with Topp use. Consult your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.

Q: Does Topp cause dementia?
A: Dementia has not been reported with Topp use. Consult your doctor if you have any symptoms of dementia.

Q: Does Topp cause diarrhea?
A: Diarrhea is one of the most commonly occurring side effects with the use of Topp. Do consult your doctor if you have any such symptom.

Q: Does Topp expire?
A: Yes, like any other medicine, Topp has an expiry date. Please check the expiry date mentioned on the pack before taking the medicine.

Q: Does Topp contain aluminum or magnesium?
A: Topp does not commonly contain aluminum or magnesium as an excipient (additional substance) or as a coating. Please read the package insert available with the medicine for further information.