Sucrafil O Gel

Sucrafil O Gel acts as ‘ulcer protectants’ which helps to treat peptic ulcers and gastrointestinal ulcers effectively. Besides these, it is also important to be used in conditions like indigestion, heartburn, gastritis and hyperacidity caused due to an excessive acid formation in the stomach.

Sucrafil O Gel is a combination medicine consisting of Sucralfate and Oxetacaine. Sucralfate works as a gastrointestinal protectant which covers the ulcer with a protective barrier or coat. Due to this protective covering, the mucosal lining of the stomach is not further irritated by the actions of digestive enzymes, bile salts and gastric acids.

This facilitates a better healing of the ulcers. Oxetacaine acts as a local anesthetic agent, providing numb effects to the painful ulcers, thereby providing relief from such discomforting conditions.

Sucrafil O Gel helps in treating ulcers that develop in the intestine. It creates a coating around the ulcers. This coating protects the ulcers from getting injured, thus they have time to heal effectively.

Doctors prescribe the drug on the basis of the patient's medical condition and how he responds to the treatment. This drug has to be taken on an empty stomach or about an hour before you eat a meal.

Some minor side effects of the suspension are nausea, gas, dryness of the mouth, constipation and stomach upset. Major side effects include severe stomach pain, vomiting and problems with swallowing. An allergic reaction to the suspension is very rare, but if it does occur, its symptoms include swelling, rashes, problems with breathing and dizziness.

Inform your health care provider about your medical history, with full details about any current health issues. Provide him/her with a list of medications that you are currently taking as well. Along with the drug, the doctor may also advise certain lifestyle changes, which include dietary alterations & healthy exercise to reduce stress.

Successful therapy with Sucrafil O Gel should not be expected to alter the post healing frequency of recurrence or the severity of duodenal ulceration. use with caution in patients with chronic renal failure who have impaired excretion of absorbed aluminum.

Because of the potential for sucralfate to alter the absorption of some drugs, separate administration (take other medication 2 hours before sucralfate) should be considered when alterations in bioavailability are believed to be critical.

Take recommended dose before meals or on an empty stomach. Take any other medications at least 2 hours before taking Sucrafil O Gel. Do not take antacids within 30 minutes of taking sucralfate.

• Duodenal Ulcer

• Acidity

• Heartburn

• Allergy

• Fungal Infections

• Constipation

• Back Pain

• Dizziness

• Dry Mouth

• Indigestion

• Nausea

• Skin Rash

• Stomach Pain

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medication lasts for an average duration of 6 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medication can be observed in 1 to 2 hours.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is recommended for pregnant women only if clearly needed.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is recommended in breastfeeding women only if clearly needed.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Alcohol consumption is not recommended to the patient while taking this medicine.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine may affect the alertness and even cause dizziness and blurring vision, which make you feel sleep.Thus it is recommended if these symptoms occur, the patient must not drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Dose adjustment is needed in patients with kidney disease. This medication must be used cautiously. Aluminum salt is minimally absorbed (<5%), however, may accumulate in renal failure. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Very limited information is available regarding its use in patients with liver disease or disorders. Kindly consult your doctor before taking this medication.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Sucrafil O Gel , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• SUCRALCOAT O SUSPENSION

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• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

This gel belongs to the gastrointestinal agents. It works by forming an ulcer-adherent complex that covers the ulcer site and protects it against further attack by acid, pepsin, and bile salts. It also inhibits the release of the gastrin hormone, which in turn reduces the secretion of gastric juices.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Alcohol

  Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

• Interaction with Medicine

  Decreased effect: Digoxin, phenytoin (hydantoins), warfarin, ketoconazole, quinidine, ciprofloxacin, norfloxacin (quinolones), tetracycline, theophylline; because of the potential for sucralfate to alter the absorption of some drugs, separate administration (take other medications 2 hours before sucralfate) should be considered when alterations in bioavailability are believed to be critical.

• Interaction with Disease

  Patients suffering from diabetes mellitus should use some other safer alternative.

• Interaction with Food

  Interferes with absorption of vitamin A, vitamin D, vitamin E, and vitamin K.

• Ques : What is Sucrafil O Gel?

  Ans : Sucrafil Gel is a medication which has Oxetacaine Topical and Sucralfate Topical as active elements present in it.

• Ques : What are the uses of Sucrafil O Gel?

  Ans : It is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Epithelial wounds, Hemorrhoid pain, Anal fissures pain, Stomach and bowel ulcers, Skin ulceration, Chronic digestive disease, and Inflammation of the stomach.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Sucrafil O Gel?

  Ans : Sucrafil O can cause Constipation, Back pain, Dizziness, Dry mouth, Indigestion, Nausea, Skin rash and Stomach pain.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Sucrafil O Gel?

  Ans : Sucrafil O Gel should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

• Ques : Can Sucrafil O Gel be used for epithelial wounds and hemorrhoid pain?

  Ans : Yes, Sucrafil O can be used to treat conditions such as epithelial wounds and hemorrhoid pain.

• Ques : How long do I need to use sucrafil o gel before I see improvement of my conditions?

  Ans : In most of the cases, the average time taken by this medication, to reach its peak effect is within 2 hours to 7 days, before noticing an improvement in the condition.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use sucrafil o gel ?

  Ans : The duration of effect for this medicine is dependent on the severity of the patient’s condition.

• Ques : Should I use Sucrafil O Gel empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The salts involved in this medication, work properly at an empty stomach.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal of sucrafil o gel?

  Ans : Sucrafil O Gel contains salts, which are suitable to store at room temperature and keeping this medication above or below that, can cause an inadequate effect. Protect it from moisture and light.

• Ques : How does Sucrafil O Gel work ?

  Ans : Sucrafil O Gel works by the combined action of Sucralfate and Oxetacaine.Sucralfate facilitates easy healing of the ulcers by covering the lining of the same and also protects them from any further damage or irritation. Oxetacaine acts as a local anesthetic and provides rapid relief from the pain and discomfort due to ulcers.

• Ques : What can happen if I miss a dose of Sucrafil O Gel ?

  Ans : In case we missed a dose of Sucrafil O Gel, we should take the missed dose as soon as we remember it. If it is too late, then we can skip the dose and take the next one.

• Ques : Can we take Sucrafil O Gel for prolonged durations ?

  Ans : We should not consume Sucrafil O Gel for prolonged durations as it may cause serious side effects on our health. Consultation with a doctor is important for this.

• Ques : Can I stop taking Sucrafil O Gel on my own ?

  Ans : We should not stop taking Sucrafil O Gel on our own since stomach or duodenal ulcers are recurrent in nature. Consultation with a specialist is necessary before doing this.

• Ques : What special precautions do we need to take while taking Sucrafil O Gel ?

  Ans : Consumption of aspirin and ibuprofen should be avoided while having Sucrafil O Gel as these medicines may cause some serious health issues.

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