Therefore, taking medicine on an empty stomach can be harmful

Often people take medicines on an empty stomach without thinking, or take an injection or pill as soon as they wake up in the morning thinking that this will increase the effect. But this can have serious side effects on the body, which can include problems like burning sensation in the stomach, dizziness, vomiting, allergic reaction etc.

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First understand what is the correct meaning of 'empty stomach'?

Empty stomach means taking medicine 1 hour before eating or 2 hours after eating. This creates a situation of no food in the stomach and the effect of the medicine is effective.

What kind of harm is there

1. Risk of severe burning sensation or ulcer in the stomach - Some medicines can damage the stomach lining.

2. Fall in blood pressure or unconsciousness - Some medicines have a fast effect, which can suddenly reduce blood pressure.

3. Allergy and reaction - Some injections or medicines can cause sudden reaction.

4. Unconsciousness or coma - Taking sugar medicine on an empty stomach can suddenly reduce sugar. There is a risk of unconsciousness or coma. Therefore, sugar medicine should be taken before eating.

...So why are some medicines given on an empty stomach?

■Thyroid medicine (such as L-thyroxine) - is absorbed better when the stomach is empty.

■Some antibiotics - are less effective when taken with food.

■Iron supplements - Its absorption is better on an empty stomach.

What to do, what not to do-

■Be sure to consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

■Read the instructions that come with the medicine carefully, especially instructions like 'take on an empty stomach' or 'take after food'.

■If you feel dizziness, vomiting, nervousness or any other problem after taking the medicine on an empty stomach, contact the doctor immediately.