disocain suspension
Clinical Reference Standards: CDSCO (Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation), Indian Pharmacopoeia (IP) & WHO | Last Updated: September 2026
What is disocain suspension used for?
This medicine contains Oxetacaine (10mg/5ml) + Aluminium Hydroxide (250mg/5ml) and is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. Aluminium hydroxide neutralizes gastric acid; oxetacaine provides local anesthetic effect on gastric. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Oxetacaine + Aluminium Hydroxide
- Manufacturer: Concept Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category A
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 disocain suspension Uses & Benefits
Symptomatic relief of hyperacidity, heartburn, gastroesophageal reflux disease, peptic ulcer
Off-label uses: Stress ulcer prophylaxis, Prevention of aspiration pneumonitis
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Oxetacaine + Aluminium Hydroxide |
| Brand Name | Acicaine Oral Gel |
| Manufacturer | Concept Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Antacid + Local Anesthetic |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from freezing |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Aluminium hydroxide neutralizes gastric acid; oxetacaine provides local anesthetic effect on gastric mucosa
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take disocain suspension
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of disocain suspension
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tetracyclines | Major | Reduced absorption of tetracycline |
| Iron supplements | Major | Reduced iron absorption |
| Fluoroquinolones | Major | Reduced absorption of quinolones |
| Digoxin | Major | Reduced digoxin absorption |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Tetracyclines
- Iron supplements
- Fluoroquinolones
- Digoxin
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Sodium polystyrene sulfonate
- Mycophenolate mofetil
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
May increase gastric irritation
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component, severe renal impairment (aluminium accumulation)
🤱 Lactation Safety
Generally considered safe; minimal systemic absorption
💊 Overdose Management
Gastric lavage, supportive measures; monitor electrolytes
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; if near next dose, skip missed dose
🔄 Substitutes for disocain suspension
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.