Sucralfate & Oxetacaine Suspension

Sucralfate & Oxetacaine Suspension comes with the branding “NEUTER -O” and is a medication that is used to manage peptic ulcers or gastrointestinal ulcers. It is also used in disorders such as hyperacidity, heartburn or indigestion, and gastritis which is inflammation of the stomach. The stomach is normally lined with a layer of tissue that usually reduces the chances of the organ being attacked by the acid. In some situations, this layer of mucous can be erased because of high production of the acid which results in conditions such as acidity and heartburn.

Sucralfate & Oxetacaine Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate is an orally administered, non-antacids – substantial bands, non-acidic disclosing antiulcer agent with both sacrificial and protective properties, while Oxetacaine is a potent visceral analgesic whose hepatic extraction ratio is more than 90%, therefore, is unlikely to be metabolized to a significant extent by patients with liver disease.

Sucralfate is a gastrointestinal protectant that has the highest likelihood that it protects the ulcer by forming a coating on the ulcer so that the enzymes and acid bile salts cannot harm the lining of the stomach duodenum again. This helps protect the ulcer from the level of acid in the stomach so that the ulcer can heal. In addition, the chemical compound known as Oxetacaine is an anaesthetic active at the local level and it numbs the affected area so that it can relieve pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.

Medical Benefits

• This medicine treats acidity, heartburn, gas, and stomach ulcers.
• Contains Sucralfate (anti-ulcer) and Oxetacaine (local anesthetic).
• Sucralfate forms a protective barrier over ulcers, shielding them from stomach acid.
• It stimulates the release of healing agents and promotes the formation of new tissue.
• Oxetacaine numbs pain caused by ulcers or acidic injuries.
• Maintains effectiveness even in strong acidic conditions.
• Provides prolonged relief due to its anaesthetic action.

Directions For Use

• Take Sucralfate & Oxetacaine Suspension one hour before a meal or as advised by the doctor.
• Shake the bottle well before use.
• Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack.
• Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking this medicine as it can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.

Storage

• Kееp it out of rеach of childrеn to prеvеnt accidеntal ingеstion.
• Storе Sucralfate & Oxetacaine Suspension in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight or hеat.

Precautions

• Inform doctor before taking this medicine as ot may interact with the anti-HIV drug (dolutegravir), vitamin D analogs (doxercalciferol, paricalcitol), antibiotic (ciprofloxacin, gemifloxacin, levofloxacin), blood thinner (warfarin).
• Do not drink alcohol and nicotine (tobacco) with this medication as it may cause dehydration and elevate the level of stomach acid thereby decreasing its efficacy.
• It is a pregnancy category B drug and should not be taken until prescribed by your doctor.
• Taking this medicine decreases alertness, affects your vision, or makes you feel sleepy and dizzy. Thus, do not drive if these symptoms occur.
• Consult your doctor before taking it if you have kidney impairment as it contains aluminium, which is normally excreted by your kidney, so taking it may cause increased aluminium toxicity in the body.

Side Effects

• Dry Mouth
• Nausea
• Constipation
• Dizziness
• Sleepiness

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What should I do if by chance I forget a dose?

If you have missed the dose of this medicine, use the medication as soon as possible and if its usage is closer to the time for the next dose, then skip the dose. However, if you are nearly due for the next dose of the medicine, you shouldn’t take the regular dose plus the missed one to compensate for the time lost.

How long can I use this suspension?

For lung cancer and other pulmonary diseases do not take it for long periods without medical advice. It is important to go for a medical check-up if you do not feel relieved after using this medicine for a few days.

Is it safe to discontinue this medicine on your own?

It is highly recommended that this medicine should not be discontinued without consulting the health care provider as stopping its use will not lead to frequent or severe ulceration in the future or worsen your condition but ulcers can often come back.