Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Nouvelle Pharmaceuticals
Active Ingredient	Sucralfate (500mg/5ml)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Disaccharide Sulfates
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class	Anti-Ulcerants
User Rating	4.3
User Reviews	742

FAQ

Is Gistress 500mg/5ml a narcotic drug?

No. Gistress 500mg/5ml is not a narcotic drug.

Is Gistress 500mg/5ml available or sold over the counter?

No. Gistress 500mg/5ml is a prescription drug. It is not available or sold over the counter

Can I take Gistress 500mg/5ml with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen/Pepto?

Yes. Gistress 500mg/5ml can be taken with Prilosec/Nexium/ Tylenol/Zantac/ibuprofen and Pepto if prescribed by your doctor

Does Gistress 500mg/5ml cause constipation?

Yes, constipation is one of the common side effects of Gistress 500mg/5ml. Include fiber in your diet (fruits and vegetables), drink 8-10 glasses of fluids a day, and keep active. A stool softener (with a doctor's prescription) once or twice a day may prevent constipation. If you do not have a bowel movement for 2-3 days, consult your doctor.

Does Gistress 500mg/5ml cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia/ heartburn?

Gistress 500mg/5ml does not cause headaches/weight gain/insomnia or heartburn. If you experience any such symptoms, please consult your doctor

Is Gistress 500mg/5ml safe?

Yes. Gistress 500mg/5ml is relatively safe if used as recommended. In case of any side-effects, consult your doctor

Is Gistress 500mg/5ml gluten free?

Yes. Gistress 500mg/5ml is gluten free. However, please refer to package insert of the prescribed brand before use

How long after taking Gistress 500mg/5ml can I eat?

Gistress 500mg/5ml must be taken on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.

What should you avoid when taking Gistress 500mg/5ml?

It is advisable to avoid taking antacids within 30 minutes of taking Gistress 500mg/5ml since this medicine can decrease the absorption of some antacids if taken together.

Does Gistress 500mg/5ml work immediately?

No, it takes around one to two weeks for the medicine to heal an ulcer of the stomach or intestine. But continue taking Gistress 500mg/5ml for the duration as prescribed by your doctor for complete healing.

Is Gistress 500mg/5ml an antibiotic/sulfa drug/pain-killer/PPI?

Gistress 500mg/5ml is not an antibiotic/sulfa drug/ PPI (proton-pump inhibitor) or a pain-killer. It is an ulcer protective medicine

What if you forget to take Gistress Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Gistress 500mg/5ml, 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.

Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension Reviews

Gistress 500mg/5ml is used in the treatment of ulcers in the stomach and intestine. It contains the active ingredient sucralfate which promotes the healing of ulcers by forming a coating over them which acts as a physical barrier.

Gistress 500mg/5ml is taken one hour before meals preferably at bedtime in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. 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.

The most common side effect of Gistress 500mg/5ml are constipation and headache. To prevent constipation, take plenty of fluids while on treatment with this medicine. Dizziness and sleepiness may occasionally occur, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you.

Before taking Gistress 500mg/5ml inform the doctor if you are suffering from any liver or kidney disease. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Do not take antacids within two hours of taking Gistress 500mg/5ml.

How Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension Works

Gistress 500mg/5ml forms a coating over the ulcer or any other raw surface. This creates a physical barrier that protects the ulcer/raw surface from the gastric acid or any other injury, allowing it to heal.

How to Use Gistress 500mg/5ml 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. Gistress 500mg/5ml is to be taken empty stomach.

Benefits of Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension

In Treatment of Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Gistress 500mg/5ml is used to treat stomach ulcers. Gistress 500mg/5ml 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 Intestinal ulcers: Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the intestine. Gistress 500mg/5ml is used to treat intestinal ulcers. Gistress 500mg/5ml works by reducing the amount of acid your stomach makes, preventing further damage to the ulcer, and heals naturally. Gistress 500mg/5ml also reduces pain and bleeding associated with intestinal ulcers. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Gistress 500mg/5ml as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.

Uses of Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension

Treatment of Intestinal ulcers
Treatment of Stomach ulcers

Gistress 500mg/5ml Suspension Side Effects

Safety Tips

Kidney ^CAUTION

Gistress 500mg/5ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gistress 500mg/5ml may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gistress 500mg/5ml during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Gistress 500mg/5ml may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Gistress 500mg/5ml is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Gistress 500mg/5ml in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Gistress 500mg/5ml. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disorder.
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 take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.
Gistress 500mg/5ml aids in healing of ulcers in the stomach and intestine.
Do not take antacids 30 minutes before or after taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you have a kidney disorder.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gistress 500mg/5ml can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Gistress 500mg/5ml can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
Take it on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.
Take Gistress 500mg/5ml on an empty stomach, preferably 1 hour before a meal.

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