Product introduction

Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer and bloating. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity and ulcers such as stomach pain or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.

Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free is taken without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take it for more than the recommended duration as long-term administration may have harmful effects on the health.

The most common side effects are diarrhea, constipation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. This medicine may also cause dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.

Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding. You should also tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Digecaine Oral Gel

• Treatment of Acidity
• Treatment of Stomach ulcers
• Treatment of Bloating

Benefits of Digecaine Oral Gel

In Treatment of Acidity

Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free 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.

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Side effects of Digecaine 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 Digecaine

• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Allergic reaction

How to use Digecaine Oral Gel

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

How Digecaine Oral Gel works

Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free is a combination of four medicines: Oxetacaine, Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium and Simethicone. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic which provides fast relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach on account of its numbing effect. Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium are antacids which neutralize excess acid in stomach. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free 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

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

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Digecaine Oral Gel?

If you miss a dose of Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free, 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.

All substitutes

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

No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

• Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free helps treat acidity, stomach ulcers, and bloating.
• Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
• Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
• Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Digecaine Oral Gel Fruit Punch Sugar Free as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
• It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
• Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL