INTRODUCTION ABOUT SUCRAFIL O GEL

SUCRAFIL O GEL is a combination of Oxetacaine and Sucralfate which belongs to the group of medicines called Anesthetic Antacids and Ulcer Protectives respectively. It is used to manage stomach ulcers, acidity and heartburn. It can also be used to manage inflammation of gut caused due to other reasons apart from ulcer (such as H. pylori infection).

SUCRAFIL O GEL should be taken at least 1 hour before meals. Along with the management, eat simple foods and avoid consumption of alcohol. Do not take other antacid medications along with SUCRAFIL O GEL without consulting your doctor as it may reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.

Before taking SUCRAFIL O GEL inform your doctor if you have diabetes, high blood pressure, thyroid problems or liver problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any blockage or obstruction in the gut or having delayed gastric emptying due to any gut surgery.

SUCRAFIL O GEL is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney problems. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

The most common side effect of taking SUCRAFIL O GEL is constipation. Consult your doctor if this symptom troubles you.

USES OF SUCRAFIL O GEL

• Manage and manages stomach ulcer, acidity and heartburn
• Manage stomach inflammation (caused due to H. pylori infection)

HOW SUCRAFIL O GEL WORKS

SUCRAFIL O GEL contains two medicines namely sucralfate and oxetacaine. Sucralfate is an ulcer protective agent. It forms a protective layer over the ulcer lesions, giving it a sustained protection against the penetration of stomach acid and other irritants or enzymes (such as alcohol, pepsin and bile). This lessens the chances of further tissue damage which ultimately manages the exacerbation of ulcers lesions.

Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic agent. Following oral administration, it reduces pain sensation from the inflamed gut tissues (or ulcer tissues). Collectively, this medicine reduce the unpleasant symptoms of the digestive tract such as acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers.

DIRECTIONS FOR USE

SUCRAFIL O GEL should be taken at least 1 hour before meals. Shake the medicine well before use.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

SIDE EFFECTS OF SUCRAFIL O GEL

HOW TO MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

Nausea or vomiting:

Try to take SUCRAFIL O GEL with or just after meals. Stick to simple meals and avoid oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if nausea worsens.

Constipation:

Eat plenty of fiber-rich foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of water. Exercise more regularly. Consult your doctor if this side effect troubles you.

WARNING & PRECAUTIONS

INTERACTIONS

A. Drug-Drug interactions:

Before taking SUCRAFIL O GEL, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as:

• antacids (medicines used to neutralize stomach acids) Ex. aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide
• medicine used to manage blood clots (Ex. warfarin)
• abacavir (a medicine used to manage HIV infection)
• albendazole (a medicine used to manage gut infections)
• alfuzosin (a medicine used to manage enlarged prostate)
• aceclofenac, alfentanil (medicines used for pain relief)
• medicines used to manage bacterial infections (such as tetracyclines, ciprofloxacin)
• cimetidine (a medicine used to manage stomach ulcer)
• phenytoin (a medicine used to manage epilepsy)
• digoxin (a medicine used to manage irregular heartbeat)

Overdosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally took more SUCRAFIL O GEL, consult your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include stomach pain, nausea and vomiting.

SYNOPSIS

MORE INFORMATION

• Keep SUCRAFIL O GEL out of reach of children
• Store SUCRAFIL O GEL at a room temperature