Melcaine Oral Gel is a prescription medicine that is used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer, and heartburn. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity and ulcers such as stomach pain, heartburn, or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach.

Melcaine Oral Gel is a combination of amide type local anesthetic, antacids, and osmotic laxatives.

Uses of Melcaine Oral Gel

Benefits of Melcaine Oral Gel

In Treatment of Acidity

Melcaine Oral Gel relieves excessive acidity in your stomach which prevents heartburn and indigestion. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.

In Treatment of Heartburn

Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids traveling back up towards your throat and mouth (acid reflux). Melcaine Oral Gel improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent heartburn.

You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight, and try to find ways to relax. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.

In Treatment of Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Melcaine Oral Gel reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Melcaine Oral Gel as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

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Side effects of Melcaine Oral Gel

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Melcaine

Constipation
Diarrhea
Allergic reaction

How to use Melcaine Oral Gel

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Melcaine Oral Gel is to be taken empty stomach.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Melcaine Oral Gel. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Melcaine Oral Gel during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Melcaine Oral Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Melcaine Oral Gel alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Melcaine Oral Gel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Melcaine Oral Gel may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Melcaine Oral Gel in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Melcaine Oral Gel?

If you miss a dose of Melcaine Oral Gel, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

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Quick tips

Melcaine Oral Gel

It is better to take it after food or as suggested by the doctor.
Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:
- Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate. Instead, have cold milk and cold coffee as these help neutralize the acid in the stomach.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
Do not take Melcaine Oral Gel at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medications.
It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fiber foods. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or does not go away.
It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine without talking to your doctor first.

Fact Box

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Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

Constipated .heaviness in stomach acidity heartburn

Dr. Pushkar Mani

Physician

rabekind DSR once daily in empty stomach for 1 weeksyrup DUPHALAC 10 ml in night for 1 week

Im suffering from regular acidity heartburn and stomach disorder. what shoud i do

Dr. Aanchal Maheshwari

Ayurveda

take avipattuikar churan1 spoon twice, amlapittamishran suspension 10 ml twice before meal, kaamdudha ras 1 tab t

Heartburn Mental disorder Depression Frequent persistent heartburn Gastroesophageal reflux disease Irritable bowel syndrome Indigestion Back flow of acid from stomach Difficulty in swallowing Inflammation of esophagus Excess acid secretion by stomach Intestinal or stomach ulcers

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

You need to be examined in clinic to reach a diagnosis and then appropriate medicine can be prescribed

A lot of acidity produces in stomach and heartburn occurs at night.Don't want to use antacids.

Shikha Mishra

Dietetics/Nutrition

eat 6-7 meals per day, which consist fruits, nuts, buttermilk,sprouts,idly,curd eggs,sprouts homecooked food. Drink 3-4 litters of water limit your sugar consumption to 2 spoon per day. Be active whole day for personalized diet chart write to me on [email protected] do minimum 45 min exercise everyday like yoga, cardio

FAQs

Melcaine Oral Gel

What is Melcaine Oral Gel?

Melcaine Oral Gel is a combination of three medicines: oxetacaine, aluminium hydroxide and milk of magnesia. It is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic that provides relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Aluminium hydroxide and milk of magnesia are antacids which are used together to relieve heartburn, acidity and upset stomach. They may be used to treat the symptoms in patients with peptic ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis or gastric hyperacidity (too much acidity in the stomach).

Is it safe to use Melcaine Oral Gel?

Melcaine Oral Gel is safe for most of the patients. However, in some patients it may cause common side effects like constipation, diarrhea, allergic reaction and other uncommon or rare side effects. Inform your doctor as soon as possible if you experience any persistent problem due to the medication.

Can the use of Melcaine Oral Gel cause constipation?

Yes, the use of Melcaine Oral Gel Of Magnesia can cause constipation. Eat a good amount of high-fiber foods such as fresh fruits, vegetables and cereals. Drink plenty of water or other fluids and exercise regularly. These lifestyle changes will help in relieving constipation.

Can the use of Melcaine Oral Gel cause diarrhea?

Yes, the use of Melcaine Oral Gel can cause diarrhea. In case you experience diarrhea, drink plenty of water or other fluids. Talk to your doctor if diarrhea persists and you notice any signs of dehydration like less urination with dark colored and strong-smelling urine. Do not take any other medicine without consulting your doctor.

What are the recommended storage conditions for Melcaine Oral Gel?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.

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Country of origin: India

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