Description
Sucralfate + Oxetacaine Syrup belongs to a group of medicine called ‘ulcer protectants’ primarily used to treat peptic ulcers or gastrointestinal ulcers. It also treats hyperacidity, heartburn, indigestion, and gastritis (inflammation of the stomach). The stomach is usually protected from acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity and heartburn. A peptic ulcer is a sore on the stomach’s lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Ulcers or sores of the stomach region are called gastric ulcers, while the duodenum ulcer is known as a duodenal ulcer.
Sucralfate + Oxetacaine Syrup is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine. Sucralfate is a gastrointestinal protectant that works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer so that digestive enzymes, acid and bile salts cannot further irritate the lining of the stomach duodenum. This protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal. Besides this, Oxetacaine is a local anaesthetic that exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
Medical Benefits of Sucralfate + Oxetacaine Syrup
- It works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer to pepsin and bile and inhibiting gastric acid diffusion. This protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal. It exhibits a cytoprotective effect and forms a viscous, adhesive barrier on the intact intestinal mucosa and stomach surface.
- It also stimulates the synthesis and release of gastric mucosal prostaglandins and bicarbonate and the epidermal growth factor that stimulates healing and formation of new healthy skin.
- It exerts a numbing effect, thereby provides relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. It does not lose its activity even in strongly acidic conditions and provides prolonged anaesthetic action.
Directions for Use
- Take this medicine one hour before a meal or as advised by the doctor.
- Shake the bottle well before use.
- Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.
- Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Sucralfate 1 gm and Oxetacaine 20 mg / Each 10ml as it can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.
Storage
- Keep in a cool and dry place.
- Keep it away from sunlight.
Precautions
- Avoid taking alcohol and smoking cigarettes and red meat. It increases the production of stomach acid and makes symptoms worse.
- Sucralfate in Sucralfate + Oxetacaine Syrup contains aluminium, so if you are a kidney patient, let your doctor know about this before taking it.
- If your condition does not improve even after taking medication for 4-5 weeks, please consult your doctor. Do not take this medicine for more than 8 weeks.
Side Effects
- Sleepiness
- Nausea
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Dry Mouth
Frequently Asked Questions About Sucralfate + Oxetacaine Syrup
What should if by chance if I forget a dose?
If you miss a dose of this composition, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it’s almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Can I take this syrup/suspension for longer durations?
Do not take it for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking this medicine for a few days.
Can I stop using this composition on my own?
Do not stop taking medication without consulting your doctor. The stomach ulcer and duodenal ulcer tends to be recurrent disease. If you stop taking it, it will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration.
What food stuffs should I avoid taking along with this syrup/suspension?
Do not take aspirin and ibuprofen as a pain killer while taking this medicine unless your doctor says it to take. These pain killers increase the secretion of stomach acid and exaggerate gastrointestinal bleeding. Besides this, avoid acid-containing food/drinks, coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and vegetables like lemon, tomato etc.
