Alcocid 1000mg/20mg Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is alcocid 1000mg/20mg syrup used for?
Alcocid 1000mg/20mg Syrup is a combination of Sucralfate and Oxetacaine used to treat gastric ulcers, duodenal ulcers, and acid reflux. Sucralfate forms a protective barrier over the ulcer, while Oxetacaine provides local anesthesia to relieve pain. It is taken on an empty stomach for best results.
- Generic Name: Sucralfate + Oxetacaine
- Manufacturer: Zytras Life Sciences
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ alcocid 1000mg/20mg syrup Uses & Benefits
Gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), esophagitis
Off-label uses: Stress ulcer prophylaxis, Mucositis
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Sucralfate + Oxetacaine |
| Brand Name | Axid O Suspension |
| Manufacturer | Zytras Life Sciences |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Gastrointestinal protective agent |
| Route of Administration | Oral suspension |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from freezing |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Sucralfate forms a protective barrier over ulcer sites; oxetacaine provides local anesthetic effect
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take alcocid 1000mg/20mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of alcocid 1000mg/20mg syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Constipation
- Nausea
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypersensitivity reactions
- Bezoar formation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Aluminum toxicity (with renal impairment)
- Hypophosphatemia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Antacids | Moderate | Reduced effectiveness of sucralfate |
| Warfarin | Moderate | Increased INR and bleeding risk |
| Tetracyclines | Moderate | Decreased absorption of tetracyclines |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Antacids
- Cimetidine
- Digoxin
- Fluoroquinolones
- Tetracyclines
- Theophylline
- Warfarin
โก Moderate Interactions
- Ketoconazole
- Phenytoin
- Quinidine
- Ranitidine
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Aluminum-containing antacids
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Food may delay absorption; take on empty stomach
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
May increase gastric irritation; avoid alcohol
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to sucralfate or oxetacaine
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Monitor for symptom relief; no routine lab monitoring
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Limited data; use with caution
๐ Overdose Management
Gastric lavage; supportive care; no specific antidote
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.