Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It helps in relieving the symptoms of heartburn and acidity. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It helps in relieving the symptoms of heartburn and acidity. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free is a combination medicine used in the treatment of heartburn and gastroesophageal reflux disease. It helps in relieving the symptoms of heartburn and acidity. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free may be taken with or without food. Take it in the 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.
This medicine is generally safe with little or no side effects. However, if you experience any symptoms on taking the medicine, let your doctor know. They may be able to help by adjusting the dosage or by prescribing you an alternative medicine.
Before taking this medicine, let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Let your doctor also know about if you have any liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctors before taking this medicine.
03Uses
Treatment of Heartburn
Treatment of Gastroesophageal reflux disease (Acid reflux)
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free contains three active ingredients. Aluminium hydroxide neutralizes excess gastric acid. Magnesium hydroxide exerts a demulcent effect, protects gastrointestinal inner lining from irritation and erosion. Simethicone relieves painful pressure caused by excess gas in the stomach and intestines. Sodium carboxymethylcellulose provides stability to the formulation.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Harkacid Oral Gel?
A: If you miss a dose of Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel 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.
07Benefits
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). Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free relieves heartburn by neutralizing the excess acid in the stomach. Take it exactly as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce heartburn. Try to avoid foods that trigger heartburn.
08Side Effects
Limited data available
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
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 Harkacid Anaesthetic Antacid Oral Gel Sugar Free at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medications.
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.
References
Sources and references
Fibovil (Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, Simethicone, and Sodium Carboxymethyl Cellulose Suspension). Production Information. Accessed 27 Sep. 2023. (0nline) Available from: View
