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Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension

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Marketer
Embiotic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION
Oxetacaine (20mg) + Simethicone (100mg)
Storage
Store below 30°C

Product introduction

Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension is a combination medicine used in the treatment of stomach ulcer and bloating. It helps in relieving the symptoms of ulcers such as heartburn, stomach pain or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.

Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take it for more than the recommended duration as long-term administration may have harmful effects on the health.

The most common side effects are diarrhea, dizziness, and allergic reactions. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Elcid O Suspension

Benefits of Elcid O Suspension

In Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

In Bloating

Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.
You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Eat healthy, avoid spicy or oily food, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes and do not overeat.

Side effects of Elcid O Suspension

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Elcid O

  • Diarrhea
  • Dizziness
  • Allergic reaction

How to use Elcid O Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.

How Elcid O Suspension works

Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension is a combination of two medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Elcid O Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension is used for the treatment of stomach ulcer. It also helps give relief from bloating and heartburn.
  • Do not take Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines.
  • Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
  • Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension to prevent Elcid O 20 mg/100 mg Suspension being washed away before its local anesthetic action on the site.
  • Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent bloating and heartburn:
    1. Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.
    2. Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.
    3. Lose weight if you are obese.
    4. If you are a smoker, consider giving up.
    5. Don't drink too much alcohol.
    6. Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for sometimes for better digestion.

Fact Box

Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

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I had Stomach ulcers a year ago, had medications, but still i feel bloating and stomach ache and also i have high homocystine levels.
Dr. Megha Tuli
Obstetrics and Gynaecology
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Heaviness, bloating, in stomach
Dr. Ila Jain Khandelwal
Pathology
Dear Sir You should make healthy diet and lifestyle related changes like have a diet full of more vegetables, fruits. Avoid too much spicy, fried and processed foods. Have something to eat every 2 hours. If you still have problems, Consult a Gastroenterologist.
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    Name: Embiotic Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Address: 20C, Ist Phase, Kumbalgodu Industrial Area, Mysore Road, Kumbalgodu, 1st Phase, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560074.
    Country of origin: India
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