Laftid 5mg Tablets
Description
Laftid tablet is a medicine used to treat ulcers in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). It helps reduce symptoms of acid reflux, where stomach acid keeps coming back up into the oesophagus (GERD), causing heartburn and irritation. It also heals and relieves irritation, swelling, small bleeds, or redness in the stomach lining caused by gastritis (stomach inflammation).
It works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes and protecting the stomach lining. It blocks special switches in the stomach called H₂ receptors that signal acid production and also increases natural protective substances in the stomach lining. This helps in healing the damaged areas and prevents further harm.
You should avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it or other similar medicines like ranitidine or famotidine. Do not take it if you have or may have a stomach tumour, as it can hide the symptoms. People with severe liver problems should only take it under close medical supervision. It is not recommended for children or teenagers, as its safety in this age group is not confirmed. Possible side effects include constipation, diarrhoea, rash, nausea or vomiting, and dizziness.
This medicine can interact with other medicines, so avoid taking it at the same time as antacids or sucralfate. Leave at least a 2-hour gap. It may interact with painkillers like ibuprofen, procainamide (for irregular heartbeats), theophylline (for asthma), ketoconazole (for fungal infections), and glipizide (for diabetes). Always let your doctor know if you take other prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, or homoeopathic medicines. Store it in a cool, dry place away from sunlight and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, this medicine should only be used if your doctor thinks the benefits outweigh any risks. It is not known to affect your ability to drive, but avoid alcohol while taking it. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember with food, but skip it if it’s almost time for your next dose. Never double up on doses. If you take too much, contact your doctor or go to the nearest hospital immediately.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹21.75 |
| You Save | ₹7.25 (25% on MRP) |
| Contains | Lafutidine(5.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Stomach ulcer |
| Side effects | Nausea or vomiting and dizziness |
| Therapy | ANTACID |
Uses
- Treating ulcers in the stomach or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Reducing symptoms of acid reflux, when stomach acid keeps coming back up into the food pipe (GERD), causing heartburn and irritation....
- Healing and relieving irritation, swelling, small bleeds, or redness in the stomach lining caused by gastritis (stomach inflammation).
Contraindications
- If you are allergic to lafutidine or any of the ingredients in the medicine, you should not take it.
- If you have ever had an allergic reaction to other H₂-receptor blockers (such as ranitidine, famotidine, or nizatidine), you should not take it.
- If you have or are suspected of having a stomach tumour, you should not take this medicine, as it can mask symptoms and delay diagnosis.
- If you have severe liver problems, you should not take it unless your doctor advises and monitors you closely.
- If you are a child or teenager, you should not take it, as its safety in this age group has not been confirmed.
Side effects
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have or suspect an ulcer, new or changing symptoms, unexplained weight loss, difficulty swallowing, or stomach pain.
- You have liver or kidney problems, other illnesses, or take regular medicines (including ibuprofen, aspirin, or herbal remedies).
- You have or had porphyria, a possible stomach tumour, or if you have been on high-dose Laftid tablet long term.
Directions for Use
- Laftid tablet should be taken as directed by your doctor.
- Swallow it whole with a glass of water.
- It should be taken with or after a meal to reduce its side effects.
- It is best to take it at a fixed time for optimal results, and you should not consume it more than prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal
- Store Laftid tablet in a cool, dry place, protected from direct sunlight, moisture, and heat.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
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Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- Do not take this medicine at the same time as antacids for indigestion or sucralfate for ulcers. Take it at least 2 hours before them.
- It may interact with painkillers like ibuprofen or other anti-inflammatory medicines.
- It may also interact with procainamide (for irregular heartbeats), theophylline (for asthma), ketoconazole (for fungal infections), and glipizide (for diabetes).
- Be cautious if you are taking any other prescription, over-the-counter, herbal, or homoeopathic medicines.
Content Details
Ravindra Ghongade
B. Pharm
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Is Laftid tabletsafe for children?
Q: What should I do if I feel unwell after taking it?
References
- Zuventus Healthcare Limited. Lafaxid-10 (lafutidine) tablets: Patient Information Leaflet [Internet]. Mumbai: Zuventus Healthcare Limited; revised July 2023 [cited 2025 Aug 8].
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation. Drugs. [Internet]. New Delhi: Directorate General of Health Services, Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India; [cited 2025 Aug 8].
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