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In-stock 170 ml in 1 bottle
29.37

USED FOR:
Intestinal ulcers Stomach ulcers

COMPOSITION:
Sucralfate (NA)

Therapeutic Uses:
gastro intestinal

Related Warnings
Alcohol

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Alcid S Syrup is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Alcid S Syrup is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

Driving

Alcid S Syrup may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.

CAUTION
Kidney
CAUTION

Alcid S Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Alcid S Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Alcid S Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Sucralfate   NA

Uses of Alcid S Syrup
Alcid S Syrup is used in the treatment of intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.

How to use Alcid S Syrup
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. Alcid S Syrup is to be taken empty stomach.

How Alcid S Syrup works
Alcid S Syrup forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.

Side Effects:

Common Constipation.

Expert advice for Alcid S Syrup
Do not take the Alcid s at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with these other medicines Take Alcid s on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal. Avoid taking antacids, before or after 30 minutes of taking a dose of Alcid s. Notify your doctor if you have a kidney disorder, as it may put you at a greater risk of developing aluminum overload. Notify your doctor, if you are or planning to become pregnant.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Alcid s an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Alcid s is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine

Q. Is Alcid s available or sold over the counter?
No. Alcid s is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter

Q. Is Alcid s gluten free?
Yes. Alcid s is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

Q. Is Alcid s safe?
Yes. Alcid s is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Q. Can I take Alcid s with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Alcid s can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor

Q. Does Alcid s cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Alcid s does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Q. Is Alcid s a narcotic drug?
No. Alcid s is not a narcotic drug.

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