Oral GelPolycain Oral Gel
In Acidity Polycain Oral Gel relieves excessive acidity in your stomach which prevents heartburn and indigestion. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition. \u003cbr>Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise …
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About this Medicine
Polycain Oral Gel is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps relieve acid-related indigestion and heartburn. It also speeds up the healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. Polycain Oral Gel is taken with or 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.Common side effects of this medicine include chalky taste, diarrhea, and constipation. These are usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated.Before taking the medicine always consult your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or if you are suffering from any severe stomach, liver, kidney disease, or any known disease. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food, or chocolate can help you to get better results.
How it Works
Polycain Oral Gel is a combination of three medicines: Benzocaine, Magaldrate and Simethicone which relieve acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Benzocaine is a local anesthetic which provides faster relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Magaldrate is an inorganic salt that neutralises the excess acid in stomach. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Key Facts
Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: GASTRO INTESTINAL
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