Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension

Short Description

Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer, and heartburn.

Dosage Form

Suspension

Introduction

Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension 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. The most common side effects are constipation, nausea, vomiting, dizziness, insomnia, and allergic reaction. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food, or chocolate can help you to get better results. 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 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. Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension is to be taken on an empty stomach.

Side Effects

Constipation Nausea Vomiting Dizziness Insomnia Allergic reaction

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine / Oxethazaine. Sucralfate 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.

Salfate O 1000mg/20mg Suspension 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.