Melcaine Oral Gel

Short Description

Melcaine Oral Gel is a prescription medicine that is used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer, and heartburn.

Dosage Form

Oral Gel

Introduction

Melcaine Oral Gel is taken without 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. Do not take it for more than the recommended duration as long-term administration may have harmful effects on the health.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Melcaine Oral Gel is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

Diarrhea Constipation Allergic reaction

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Melcaine Oral Gel. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Melcaine Oral Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Melcaine Oral Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Melcaine Oral Gel is a combination of three medicines: Oxetacaine, Aluminium Hydroxide, and Milk Of Magnesia. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic that provides faster relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Aluminium Hydroxide and Milk Of Magnesia are antacids that neutralize the excess acid in stomach.

Take it after food or as suggested by the doctor Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime Do not take Melcaine Oral Gel at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fiber foods