Loapep O Oral Gel
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Innovative Pharmaceuticals |
| Active Ingredient | Oxetacaine (10mg) + Aluminium Hydroxide (300mg) + Magnesium (150mg) + Simethicone (125mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| User Rating | 4.1 |
| User Reviews | 352 |
FAQ
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Loapep O Oral?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
What should I do if I miss a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is time to take your next dose and then follow your normal time.
Will a higher than the recommended dose of Loapep O Oral be more effective?
No, taking a higher than the recommended dose may not be more effective, rather it may increase the chances of having serious side effects and toxicity. If the recommended dosage does not relieve your symptoms or there is an increased severity of your symptoms, please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Loapep O Oral?
If you miss a dose of Loapep O Oral, 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.
Loapep O Oral Gel Reviews
Loapep O Oral is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer and bloating. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity and ulcers such as stomach pain or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.
Loapep O Oral 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 diarrhea, constipation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. This medicine may also cause dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.
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 kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
Loapep O Oral 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 diarrhea, constipation, and allergic reaction. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. This medicine may also cause dizziness and drowsiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you. Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your dizziness.
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 kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.
How Loapep O Oral Gel Works
Loapep O Oral is a combination of four medicines: Oxetacaine, Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium and Simethicone. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic which provides fast relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach on account of its numbing effect. Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium are antacids which neutralize excess acid in stomach. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
How to Use Loapep O Oral Gel
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Loapep O Oral is to be taken empty stomach.
Benefits of Loapep O Oral Gel
- In Treatment of Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Loapep O Oral reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Loapep O Oral as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
- In Treatment of Acidity: Loapep O Oral 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 Treatment of Bloating: Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Loapep O Oral improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.You should take it exactly as it is prescribed or as it says on the label for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Think about what foods trigger bloating 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. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
Uses of Loapep O Oral Gel
- Treatment of Bloating
- Treatment of Stomach ulcers
- Treatment of Acidity
Loapep O Oral Gel Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Loapep O Oral alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Loapep O Oral in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Loapep O Oral during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Loapep O Oral during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Loapep O Oral is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Loapep O Oral may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Loapep O Oral. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
- It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
- It may cause dizziness or drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
- Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Loapep O Oral as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe or long-lasting abdominal pain.
- Loapep O Oral helps treat acidity, stomach ulcers, and bloating.