Gestozine
Gestozine Products are primarily used for
Intestinal ulcers, Stomach ulcers
About Gestozine Products
Uses of Gestozine Products
Sucralfate is used in the treatment of intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
Gestozine Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Gestozine is Constipation.
How Gestozine Products work
Sucralfate forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.
Patient Concerns about Gestozine Products
Frequently asked questions about Gestozine Products
Frequently asked questions about Sucralfate
Q. What should you avoid when taking Gestozine Suspension Orange?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Gestozine Suspension Orange since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Q. How long after taking Gestozine Suspension Orange can I eat?
Gestozine Suspension Orange must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Does Gestozine Suspension Orange work immediately?
No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Gestozine Suspension Orange for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Q. Does Gestozine Suspension Orange cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Gestozine Suspension Orange. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.
Q. Is Gestozine Suspension Orange an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Gestozine Suspension Orange is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
Q. Is Gestozine Suspension Orange available or sold over the counter?
No. Gestozine Suspension Orange is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Is Gestozine Suspension Orange gluten free?
Yes. Gestozine Suspension Orange is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Gestozine Suspension Orange safe?
Yes. Gestozine Suspension Orange is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Gestozine Suspension Orange with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Gestozine Suspension Orange can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Gestozine Suspension Orange cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Gestozine Suspension Orange does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Gestozine Suspension Orange a narcotic drug?
No. Gestozine Suspension Orange is not a narcotic drug.