Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension

Short Description

Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used to treat acidity, stomach ulcer, and bloating by neutralizing excessive acid in the stomach and helping in easy passage of gas.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension is taken with 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. The most common side effects are chalky taste, diarrhea, and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. 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 kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

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. Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension is to be taken with food.

Side Effects

chalky taste diarrhea constipation

Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension is a combination of two medicines:

It is better to take it after food or as suggested by the doctor Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate. Instead, have cold milk and cold coffee as these help neutralize the acid in the stomach. Avoid alcohol and smoking. Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime. Do not take Elgene 400mg/20mg Oral Suspension at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with other medicines. Talk to your doctor if you notice any signs of appendicitis such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, and vomiting.