Coatz-AF Oral Suspension

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Bharat Serums & Vaccines Ltd
Active Ingredient	Oxetacaine (10mg/5ml) + Simethicone (125mg/5ml) + Sucralfate (500mg/5ml)
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	5.0
User Reviews	697

FAQ

What if you forget to take Coatz-AF?

If you miss a dose of Coatz-AF, 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.

Coatz-AF Oral Suspension Reviews

Coatz-AF is a prescription medicine that is used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer and heartburn. It helps in relieving the symptoms of acidity and ulcers such as stomach pain, heartburn or irritation. It also neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.

Coatz-AF 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 fibre-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. This medicine may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, 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 sleepiness. Lifestyle modifications like having a fiber-rich diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results.

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 Coatz-AF Oral Suspension Works

Coatz-AF is a combination of three medicines:.

How to Use Coatz-AF Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Coatz-AF is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Coatz-AF Oral Suspension

In Heartburn: Heartburn is a burning feeling in your chest caused by stomach acids traveling back up towards your throat and mouth (acid reflux). Coatz-AF improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent heartburn.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 heartburn. 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. Do not eat within 3 to 4 hours of going to bed.
In Acidity: Coatz-AF 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 Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Coatz-AF 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 Coatz-AF as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Uses of Coatz-AF Oral Suspension

Heartburn
Acidity
Stomach ulcers

Coatz-AF Oral Suspension Side Effects

Constipation

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Coatz-AF should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Coatz-AF may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Coatz-AF in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Coatz-AF. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Coatz-AF during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Coatz-AF may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Coatz-AF during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Coatz-AF to prevent Coatz-AF being washed away before its local anesthetic action on the site.
Coatz-AF is used for the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcer.
Do not take Coatz-AF at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines.
Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity:Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water.Avoid spicy and fatty fried food.Lose weight if you are obese.If you are a smoker, consider giving up.Don't drink too much alcohol.Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for sometimes for better digestion.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.