Bsox Gel
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Gnosis Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Sucralfate (1gm) + Oxetacaine (20mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| User Rating | 4.8 |
| User Reviews | 409 |
FAQ
Can I drink water after taking Bsox?
Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Bsox as that can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.
Can the use of Bsox cause constipation?
Yes, Bsox contains Sucralfate, which can cause constipation. To prevent constipation, eat high-fiber foods like vegetables, fruits and cereals. Drink plenty of water. Exercise regularly by engaging in activities like swimming, jogging or take a short walk. Talk to your doctor about treating constipation if it persists for a long time.
Can I stop taking Bsox when my symptoms are relieved?
No, take Bsox for the full prescribed length of time even if you feel better. Do not stop taking this medication without consulting your doctor.
How should I take Bsox?
Take Bsox on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
Why is Bsox prescribed?
Bsox is prescribed for the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers.
What if you forget to take Bsox?
If you miss a dose of Bsox, apply 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.
Bsox Gel Reviews
Bsox is a combination medicine used in the treatment of piles. It helps in relieving pain and quick healing of the piles. It also keeps the passage moist for easy passage of stool.
You should always use Bsox exactly as your doctor has told you. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need as it will not clear your condition faster and some side effects may be increased. If your condition goes on for longer than four weeks or gets worse at any time, let your doctor know. You can help this medication work better by keeping the affected areas clean.
Common side effects include application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness). Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention.
How Bsox Gel Works
Bsox is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine that helps treat piles. Sucralfate is a medication that covers the damaged skin tissue and protects it from further injury to facilitate healing. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic whose numbing effect provides fast relief from pain caused due to piles.
How to Use Bsox Gel
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
Benefits of Bsox Gel
- In Treatment of Acidity: Acidity is a condition when your stomach produces more acid than is needed for the digestion of food. Bsox helps treat acidity. Bsox gives relief from burning sensation and stomach pain associated with acidity.
- In Treatment of Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Bsox is used to treat stomach ulcers. Bsox covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it against stomach acid or further injury. This helps ulcers heal more quickly. $also gives relief from pain and discomfort in the stomach associated with stomach ulcers. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
- In Treatment of Heartburn: Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids travelling back up towards your throat and mouth. Bsox works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes and relieves the burning sensation and pain associated with heartburn. You can also take control of heartburn with few lifestyle changes. Think about what foods trigger heartburn and try to avoid them; eat smaller, more frequent meals; try to lose weight if you are overweight and try to find ways to relax. Avoid eating within 3-4 hours of going to bed.
Uses of Bsox Gel
- Treatment of Acidity
- Treatment of Stomach ulcers
- Treatment of Heartburn
Bsox Gel Side Effects
Safety Tips
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bsox during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bsox during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Apply it twice or thrice a day inside the rectum with the help of an applicator.
- Use it as per dose and duration suggested by the doctor.
- Your doctor has prescribed Bsox for the treatment of piles.
References
- McQuaid KR. Drugs Used in the Treatment of Gastrointestinal Diseases. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 1067-1101.
- Wolfe MM, Lowe RC (Editors). Pocket Guide to Gastrointestinal Drugs. Hoboken, New Jersey: Wiley Blackwell; 2014.
- Eraas International. Sucralfate+Oxetacaine [product Information].
- Hoogerwerf WA, Pasricha PJ. Pharmacotherapy of Gastric Acidity, Peptic Ulcers, and Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 967-981.