Litacid Oral Gel is used in the treatment of acidity, bloating and stomach ulcers. It helps by relieving the symptoms such as stomach pain or irritation. It also helps in neutralizing and releasing excess gas in the stomach.

Litacid Oral Gel is a combination of three medicines. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it by mouth before meals, preferably at bedtime. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Always complete the prescribed course of treatment. Do not take more than the recommended doses of this medicine as high dose may have harmful effects on the body.

This medicine is generally well tolerated by patients. However, it may cause constipation and diarrhea. Proper hydration helps to overcome these side effects. Always consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also inform your doctor if you are suffering from any severe stomach, liver, kidney disease, or any other known disease. Immediately consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhea and constipation.

Uses of Litacid Oral Gel

Benefits of Litacid Oral Gel

In Acidity

Litacid 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 Stomach ulcers

Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Litacid 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 Litacid Oral Gel as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

In Bloating

Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Litacid Oral Gel improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.
You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Eat healthy, avoid spicy or oily food, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes and do not overeat.

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Side effects of Litacid 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 Litacid

Constipation
Diarrhea

How to use Litacid Oral Gel

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

How Litacid Oral Gel works

Litacid Oral Gel is a combination of two antacids (Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium) and an antifoaming medicine (Simethicone). The antacids neutralise excess acid in stomach. The antifoaming medicine disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

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

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Litacid Oral Gel is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

SAFE

Litacid Oral Gel does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Litacid Oral Gel is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Litacid 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 Litacid Oral Gel in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

What if you forget to take Litacid Oral Gel?

If you miss a dose of Litacid 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.

All substitutes

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

Litacid Oral Gel

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Quick tips

This medicine can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines, especially certain antibiotics. Avoid taking any other medicine within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take Litacid Oral Gel.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines which thin the blood (anticoagulants, e.g. warfarin).
Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity and bloating:
1. Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water
2. Avoid spicy and fatty fried food
3. Lose weight if you are obese
4. If you are a smoker, consider giving up
5. Don't drink too much alcohol
6. Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

I had Stomach ulcers a year ago, had medications, but still i feel bloating and stomach ache and also i have high homocystine levels.

Dr. Megha Tuli

Obstetrics and Gynaecology

Please consult a physician regarding this

I have been taking prodep 30 since2yrs as prescribed by dr,should i continue it or not,its side effect

Dr. Ambrish Dharmadhikari

Psychiatry

Any medications should be stopped after its effect are over or need is over. Please discuss this with your psychiatrist in next visit. Side effects are stomach related like bloating sensation, acidity like wise

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References

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Manufacturer

Name: Litaka Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Address: B-22 H-Block, Pimpri, Pune - 411018, MIDC

Country of origin: India

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