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Expert advice for Elphate Suspension
Do not take the Elphate at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with these other medicines Take Elphate on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal. Avoid taking antacids, before or after 30 minutes of taking a dose of Elphate. 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Q. Is Elphate a narcotic drug?
No. Elphate is not a narcotic drug.