Gistress

Nouveau Medicament Pvt Ltd

Composition for Gistress Products

Gistress Products are primarily used for

Intestinal ulcers, Stomach ulcers

About Gistress Products

Uses of Gistress Products

Sucralfate is used in the treatment of intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers.

Gistress Products side effects

Common

Side Effect of Gistress is Constipation.

How Gistress Products work

Sucralfate forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.

Patient Concerns about Gistress Products

Frequently asked questions about Gistress Products

Frequently asked questions about Sucralfate

Q. Is Gistress Tablet an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?
Gistress Tablet is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine
Q. Is Gistress Tablet available or sold over the counter?
No. Gistress Tablet is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter
Q. Is Gistress Tablet gluten free?
Yes. Gistress Tablet is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use
Q. Is Gistress Tablet safe?
Yes. Gistress Tablet is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor
Q. Can I take Gistress Tablet with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?
Yes. Gistress Tablet can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor
Q. Does Gistress Tablet cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?
Gistress Tablet does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor
Q. Is Gistress Tablet a narcotic drug?
No. Gistress Tablet is not a narcotic drug.
Q. What should you avoid when taking Gistress Tablet?
It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Gistress Tablet since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.
Q. How long after taking Gistress Tablet can I eat?
Gistress Tablet must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Q. Does Gistress Tablet work immediately?
No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Gistress Tablet for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.
Q. Does Gistress Tablet cause constipation?
Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Gistress Tablet. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Products for Gistress

Gistress Tablet
strip of 10 tablets
Nouveau Medicament Pvt Ltd
MRP
22
Not Available
Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension
bottle of 200 ml Suspension
Nouveau Medicament Pvt Ltd
MRP
55
Not Available

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