Mucaine Gel Orange Sugar Free 200ml
Medical Description
Mucaine Gel Orange is an antacid and is used to relieve symptoms like acidity, heartburn and stomach pain associated with stomach ulcers, acid reflux, etc. It contains a combination of aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and oxetacaine. Mucaine Orange works by neutralising the acid present in the stomach and relieving pain due to ulcers.
Mucaine Gel Orange should be taken as suggested by the doctor or pharmacist. It should preferably be taken before meals. This Oral Gel should not be used in patients with severe kidney-related disorders. The safety and effectiveness of this Oral Gel in children have not been established.
You may sometimes experience side effects like rash, constipation and diarrhoea while on treatment with Mucaine Gel Orange. Please report to your doctor if you notice the side effects persist or worsen.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹198.96 |
You Save | ₹22.11 (10% on MRP) |
Contains | Oxetacaine / Oxethazaince(10.0 Mg/5ml) + Aluminium Hydroxide(0.291 Gm/5ml) + Magnesium Hydroxide / Milk Of Magnesia(98.0 Mg/5ml) |
Uses | Acidity, indigestion, stomach discomfort, heartburn |
Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, constipation |
Therapy | ANTACID |
Uses of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
Contraindications of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
- If you are allergic to Mucaine Gel Orange or any of its ingredients.
- If you have any problems with your kidney.
- If you have severe stomach pain or constipation.
- If you are one an antibiotic medicine containing any form of tetracycline.
Side effects of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
Precautions and Warnings of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have constipation
- You have problems with your liver or kidney
- Your phosphate levels are decreasing, resulting in the softening of bones and unexplained fractures. The doctor may ask you to monitor your blood phosphate levels regularly.
- The safety and effectiveness of Mucaine Oral Gel in children have not been studied.
Directions for Use of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
- Take Mucaine Oral Gel as directed by your doctor.
- You should take it at least 15 minutes before meals and at bedtime.
- Shake well before use.
- Read the instructions on the bottle before usage.
- Do not consume it more than that prescribed by your doctor.
Storage and disposal of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
Quick Tips of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
- Mucaine Gel Orange is an antacid. It relieves symptoms such as acidity, heartburn, stomach pain and so on that are associated with stomach ulcers, acid reflux and so on. Mucaine gel comprises aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and oxetacaine....
- Mucaine Gel Orange should be used exactly as directed by your doctor or pharmacist. It is best to take it before meals. Consume no more than your doctor has prescribed.
- Avoid spicy foods because they can cause excessive acidity. Mucaine Gel Orange syrup should not be used in patients with severe kidney problems.
- Some of the most common side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, dizziness and impaired taste. However, not everyone receives them. These symptoms usually go away on their own.
- If you are allergic to any of the ingredients in Mucaine Gel Orange or if you have kidney problems, do not use it.
- If you are taking an antibiotic that contains tetracycline or if you have severe stomach pain or constipation, you should avoid taking this medication.
Dosage of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Mode of Action of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
How Does It Work?
- Mucaine Oral Gel contains Aluminium hydroxide, Magnesium hydroxide, and Oxetacaine.
- Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide works by reacting with the acid present in the stomach and neutralize it, thereby reducing the acidity and heartburn.
- Oxetacaine acts like a local anaesthetic and provides relief from the pain associated with ulcers.
Interactions of MUCAINE GEL ORANGE SUGAR FREE 200ML
Interactions with other medicines
- Concomitant use of Mucaine Oral Gel with antibiotics like Oxytetracycline, Rifampicin, Ciprofloxacin, Cefdinir, and Tetracyclines interferes with the effect of these antibiotics.
- This Oral Gel interferes with the effect of vitamins or medicines like Ketoconazole (antifungal) when taken together.
- This Oral Gel reduces the effect of Chlorpromazine (used in psychiatric illness), Rosuvastatin (used to lower cholesterol), and antimalarial medicines like Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine when used together and thus should be used with caution....
Content Details
Dr. Ravi Kakarla
MBBS, MBA
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can I use Mucaine Oral Gel in children?
Q: Can I use Mucaine Oral Gel for mouth ulcers?
Q: What is Mucaine Oral Gel?
Q: How to take Mucaine Oral Gel?
Q: Can I use Mucaine Oral Gel for constipation?
References
- Maalox 175mg/200mg Oral Suspension - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
- Maalox 175mg/200mg Oral Suspension [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
- Oxethazaine - HMIS Online [Internet]. Hmis.online. 2022 [cited 28 July 2022]
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