Acicrol Oral Gel 1000mg - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acicrol oral gel used for?
Acicrol Oral Gel contains Sucralfate 1000mg, a gastro intestinal medicine used to treat and prevent gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, and gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It works by forming a protective barrier over the ulcer site, shielding it from stomach acid and enzymes, allowing healing to occur.
- Generic Name: Sucralfate
- Manufacturer: Pulse Pharmaceuticals
- Medicine Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
🇮🇳 acicrol oral gel के बारे में संक्षिप्त जानकारी (Hindi Summary)
acicrol oral gel का उपयोग मुख्य रूप से gastro intestinal और उससे जुड़ी समस्याओं के इलाज के लिए किया जाता है। इस दवा में मुख्य सामग्री के रूप में Sucralfate (1000mg) मौजूद है। इसे डॉक्टर की सलाह के बिना नहीं लेना चाहिए, खासकर गर्भावस्था (pregnancy) और लिवर (liver) की समस्याओं में।
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📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Sucralfate |
|---|---|
| Brand Name | Ancool SF Suspension |
| Manufacturer | Pulse Pharmaceuticals |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Anti-Ulcerants |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from freezing |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
Pharmacodynamics
📅 When to take acicrol oral gel?
💡 How and when to take acicrol oral gel?
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
- ✅ Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
- ✅ Do not exceed the recommended dose
- ✅ Complete the full course of medication
- ✅ Store at room temperature (20-25°C); protect from freezing
⚙️ How acicrol oral gel Works
Forms a protective barrier over ulcer sites by binding to positively charged proteins in the exudate
💊 acicrol oral gel Uses in Hindi (Ke Fayde), Benefits & Indications
Duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), stress ulcer prophylaxis
Off-label uses: Mucositis (oral), radiation proctitis
⚠️ What are the side effects of acicrol oral gel?
✅ Common Side Effects
- Constipation
- Dry mouth
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
🚨 Serious Side Effects
- Bezoar formation
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Aluminum toxicity (in renal impairment)
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
- Hyperaluminemia
- Osteomalacia
- Encephalopathy (in renal failure)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| ⚠️ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Antacids | Moderate | Reduced efficacy of sucralfate |
| Tetracyclines | Moderate | Decreased absorption of tetracyclines |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Decreased absorption of digoxin |
| Cimetidine | Minor | Possible reduced absorption of cimetidine |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Warfarin
- Ciprofloxacin
- Tetracycline
- Digoxin
- Phenytoin
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Antacids
- Cimetidine
- Ranitidine
- Famotidine
- Theophylline
ℹ️ Minor Interactions
- Ketoconazole
- Fluoroquinolones
- Thyroid hormones
🍽️ Food Interactions
Food may delay binding; take on empty stomach
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction; but alcohol may worsen ulcer
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to sucralfate
📊 Monitoring Parameters
Endoscopic healing of ulcers; symptom relief
🤱 Lactation Safety
Likely safe; minimal systemic absorption
💊 Overdose Management
Gastric lavage; supportive care; minimal toxicity expected
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose; do not double dose
🛑 Myths vs. Facts about acicrol oral gel
- Myth: Generic substitutes of acicrol oral gel are less effective.
Fact: Approved generic medicines contain the exact same active ingredients (Sucralfate (1000mg)) and are just as safe and effective as the branded version. - Myth: Taking a double dose will cure my symptoms faster.
Fact: Taking more than the prescribed dose of acicrol oral gel can lead to severe toxicity or an overdose. Stick strictly to your doctor's dosage. - Myth: This medicine is 100% safe for everyone.
Fact: No medicine is universally safe. Safety depends on your medical history, ongoing medicines, and potential allergies. Always consult a doctor.
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