Some medicines need to be taken with or after food. Here are the 6 main reasons for this.
To reduce side effects of nausea or vomiting It's better to take some medicines that can cause nausea or vomiting after a meal to reduce these side effects. Examples include allopurinol and bromocriptine. To reduce side effects of stomach irritation, including indigestion, stomach inflammation or ulcers Some medicines can irritate the stomach, and taking them with food will reduce this effect. Things such as biscuits or a sandwich, or a glass of milk, are usually enough. Examples include: aspirin non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as diclofenac and ibuprofen steroids, such as prednisolone and dexamethasone
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