Sepcid-O Oral Suspension

Short Description

Sepcid-O Oral Suspension is a combination medicine used to treat acidity, stomach ulcer, and heartburn. It helps relieve symptoms of acidity and ulcers, neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach, and facilitates easy passage of gas.

Dosage Form

Oral Suspension

Introduction

Sepcid-O Oral 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.

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. Sepcid-O Oral Suspension is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

Constipation Nausea Vomiting Dizziness Insomnia Allergic reaction

Alcohol Warning

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Sepcid-O Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Information regarding the use of Sepcid-O Oral Suspension during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy Warning

Information regarding the use of Sepcid-O Oral Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Sepcid-O Oral Suspension 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.

Take it on an empty stomach Take it at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking this medicine 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. 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.