SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE
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Product introduction
SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of stomach and intestine ulcers. Such ulcers are caused due to excess production of acid in the stomach. It is also used in the management of gastric mucosal lesions like erosion, bleeding, redness, and swelling.
SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE works by increasing the release of certain chemicals in the body that allows the ulcers to heal and it also prevents the ulcers from coming back. This medicine is taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time each day. Take it in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. In case you have missed a dose take it as soon as you remember it and try to finish the full course of treatment. 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.
SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE works by increasing the release of certain chemicals in the body that allows the ulcers to heal and it also prevents the ulcers from coming back. This medicine is taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time each day. Take it in dose and duration as advised by your doctor. In case you have missed a dose take it as soon as you remember it and try to finish the full course of treatment. 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.
Uses of Sofalco Capsule
- Intestinal ulcers
- Stomach ulcers
Benefits of Sofalco Capsule
In Intestinal ulcers
Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE is used to treat intestinal ulcers. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer and heals naturally. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
In Stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE is used to treat stomach ulcers. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Side effects of Sofalco Capsule
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 Sofalco
- Limited data available
How to use Sofalco Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sofalco Capsule works
SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE increases the levels of prostaglandin, a chemical messenger which allows the ulcers to heal.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
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Information regarding the use of SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
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Information regarding the use of SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
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It is not known whether SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE 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 SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
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There is limited information available on the use of SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Sofalco Capsule?
If you miss a dose of SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE, 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
- SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE is used for the treatment of excess acid in the body that might cause stomach and intestinal ulcers.
- Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
- Do not take SOFALCO 100 MG CAPSULE 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.
- Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent excess acid production:
- Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.
- Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.
- Lose weight if you are obese.
- If you are a smoker, consider giving up.
- Don't drink too much alcohol.
- Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Chalcones and Dihydrochalcones Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Anti-Ulcerants-Sofalcone
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Marketer details
Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135
Country of origin: India
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