Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
Information about Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
Sucralfate + oxetacaine uses
How sucralfate + oxetacaine works
This is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine / Oxethazaine. Sucralfate is a medication to treat ulcers. It covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it from acid or injury to facilitate healing. Oxetacaine / Oxethazaine is a local anesthetic whose numbing effect provides fast relief from pain caused due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
Common side effects of sucralfate + oxetacaine
Constipation, Nausea, Vomiting, Dizziness, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Diarrhea, Dryness in mouth, Flatulence, Stomach discomfort, Indigestion, Itching, Rash, Sleepiness, Vertigo, Back pain, Headache
Available Medicine for Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
Expert advice for Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
- Sucralfate + Oxetacaine helps treat acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers.
- Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking this medicine as that can reduce its effectiveness.
- Do not take antacid medicines half an hour before or after taking this medicine.
- It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fibre foods. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or doesn’t go away.
- It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
Frequently asked questions for Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
Q. Why is Sucralfate+Oxetacaine prescribed?
Sucralfate+Oxetacaine is prescribed for the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers.
Q. How should I take Sucralfate+Oxetacaine?
Take Sucralfate+Oxetacaine on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Can I drink water after taking Sucralfate+Oxetacaine?
Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Sucralfate+Oxetacaine as that can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.