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SUCRAFIL D TABLET

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Product introduction

SUCRAFIL D TABLET is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity and bloating. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity such as stomach pain or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.

SUCRAFIL D TABLET 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 dryness in mouth and constipation. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate can help you to get better results.

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 liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

Uses of Sucrafil D Tablet

Benefits of Sucrafil D Tablet

In Acidity

SUCRAFIL D TABLET 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 Bloating

Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. SUCRAFIL D TABLET 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.

Side effects of Sucrafil D Tablet

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 Sucrafil D

  • Dryness in mouth
  • Constipation

How to use Sucrafil D Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. SUCRAFIL D TABLET is to be taken empty stomach.

How Sucrafil D Tablet works

SUCRAFIL D TABLET is a combination of three medicines:.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with SUCRAFIL D TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
SUCRAFIL D TABLET may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SUCRAFIL D TABLET is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
SUCRAFIL D TABLET may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
SUCRAFIL D TABLET should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of SUCRAFIL D TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
SUCRAFIL D TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of SUCRAFIL D TABLET may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of SUCRAFIL D TABLET is not recommended in patients with moderate and severe liver disease.

What if you forget to take Sucrafil D Tablet?

If you miss a dose of SUCRAFIL D TABLET, 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.
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Quick tips

  • SUCRAFIL D TABLET is prescribed to get relief from acidity and bloating.
  • Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion.
  • Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking SUCRAFIL D TABLET.
  • Keep sipping water or have sugar-free gum in order to relieve dryness in the mouth.
  • Drink 6 to 8 full glasses of water daily to help prevent constipation while you are taking this medicine. Do not use a stool softener (laxative) without first asking your doctor.
  • Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity:
    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
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL

Patient concerns

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Can sucrafil or ulgel be taken simultaneously with librax ? Or is it known to cause any harmful effects?
Dr. Sunil Sekhri
Diabetology
send me scan copy of your prescriptionThe medications are for Gastritis and IBS and you can tee them on the advice of your treating Doctor
I was facing heart burn and acidity in the last year. Doctor performed endoscopy and blood and stool tests. Every thing was normal. Doctor had advised rekool it and sucrafil o gel. There was improvement after taking medicine. Now i am facing acid burps. When i eat something it helps. I have noticed that acid burps come when there is long gap in meals. I also have stomach gas
Dr. Tapas Kumbhkar
Internal Medicine
Eat less spicy food Walk after meal Continue medicine Don't get empty stomach too long time
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