Gutpraz Oral Suspension

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Macwell Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Aluminium Hydroxide (400mg) + Dicyclomine (5mg) + Magnesium (400mg) + Simethicone (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.5
User Reviews	563

FAQ

What if you forget to take Gutpraz?

If you miss a dose of Gutpraz, 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.

Gutpraz Oral Suspension Reviews

Gutpraz 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.

Gutpraz is taken with 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 and constipation. These are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any side effects. To overcome constipation, you should add fiber-rich foods in your diet and stay hydrated. Lifestyle modifications like having cold milk and avoiding hot tea, coffee, spicy food or chocolate 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 liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you.

How Gutpraz Oral Suspension Works

Gutpraz is a combination of four medicines: Aluminium Hydroxide, Dicyclomine, Magnesium and Simethicone which relieve acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium neutralize the excess acid in stomach. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic which works by relaxing the muscles in your stomach and gut (intestine). It stops sudden muscle contractions (spasms). In doing this, it relieves cramps, pain, bloating, and discomfort. Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

How to Use Gutpraz 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. Gutpraz is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Gutpraz Oral Suspension

In Bloating: Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Gutpraz improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Eat healthy, avoid spicy or oily food, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes and do not overeat.
In Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Gutpraz 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 Gutpraz as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
In Acidity: Gutpraz 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.

Uses of Gutpraz Oral Suspension

Stomach ulcers
Bloating
Acidity

Gutpraz Oral Suspension Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gutpraz. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Gutpraz is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gutpraz may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^CAUTION

Gutpraz should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Gutpraz may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether Gutpraz alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gutpraz during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Gutpraz is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Quick Tips

This medicine can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines, especially certain antibiotics. Avoid taking any other medicine within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take Gutpraz.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity and bloating:Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of waterAvoid spicy and fatty fried foodLose weight if you are obeseIf you are a smoker, consider giving upDon't drink too much alcoholDo not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.