Polycain Oral Gel
Rs.92.10for 1 bottle(s) (120 ml Oral Gel each)
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food interaction for Polycain
alcohol interaction for Polycain
pregnancy interaction for Polycain
lactation interaction for Polycain
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Polycain Oral Gel may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Avoid Polycain Oral Gel with valerian, kava kava and gotu kola.
Avoid Polycain Oral Gel with valerian, kava kava and gotu kola.
CAUTION
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Polycain Oral Gel.
UNSAFE
Information regarding the use of Polycain Oral Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Polycain Oral Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Polycain
Benzocaine(10mg)
Uses
Benzocaine is used for local anesthesia.
How it works
Benzocaine works by blocking pain signals from the peripheral nerves to brain which decreases the sensation of pain.
Common side effects
Burning sensation, Stinging sensation, Itching, Erythema (skin redness), Rash, Edema (swelling), Methemoglobinemia (presence of methemoglobin in the blood), Fever, Headache, Breathlessness, Nausea, Vomiting
Magaldrate(800mg)
Uses
Magaldrate is used in the treatment of acidity, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.
How it works
Magaldrate is an antacid and alkalizer.
Common side effects
Constipation
Simethicone(125mg)
Uses
Simethicone is used in the treatment of bloating and abdominal pain.
How it works
Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Common side effects
Diarrhea, Upset stomach
SUBSTITUTES FOR Polycain
No substitutes foundExpert advice FOR Polycain
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Benzocaine should be applied over the affected area with a clean fingertip, three to four times a day or as directed by your doctor.
- Once you apply the medication, wait for at least 30 minutes before eating and drinking anything.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes or nose. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Polycain
Benzocaine
Q. Does Benzocaine heal cold sores/numb mouth/kill sperm/make person sleepy?
Benzocaine can soothe cold sores and numb mouth. It doesn't however kill sperms or make a person sleepy
Q. Is Benzocaine safe?
Benzocaine is safe when used at prescribed dose and duration as advised by your doctor
Q. Is benzocaine stronger than lidocaine?
Benzocaine and lidocaine both belong to the same class of medicines having similar therapeutic action. Individual responses to these medicines might vary
Magaldrate
Q. What is magaldrate and simethicone?
Magaldrate and simethicone are used as antacid and antiflatulent drug in combination therapy. Magaldrate works by neutralizing stomach acid and simethicone works by eliminating the gas from stomach.
Simethicone
Q. Is Simethicone antacid?
No. Simethicone is not an antacid. But it is used in preparations which are used as antacid
Q. Does it contain aspirin?
It does not contain aspirin
Q. Is Simethicone available over the counter?
Yes. Simethicone is sold over the counter without a prescription