Aarcid Syrup
Product Info
| Prescription required | No |
| Marketer | Aarcin Pharmaceutical LLP |
| Active Ingredient | Magaldrate (400mg) + Simethicone (20mg) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| User Rating | 4.6 |
| User Reviews | 774 |
FAQ
What if you forget to take Aarcid?
If you miss a dose of Aarcid, 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.
Aarcid Syrup Reviews
Aarcid is a combination medicine used in the treatment of acidity, stomach ulcer, bloating. It neutralizes excessive acid in the stomach and helps in easy passage of gas.
Aarcid 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.
The most common side effects are chalky taste, diarrhea, and constipation. 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.
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.
Aarcid 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.
The most common side effects are chalky taste, diarrhea, and constipation. 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.
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 Aarcid Syrup Works
Aarcid is a combination of two medicines:.
How to Use Aarcid Syrup
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. Aarcid is to be taken with food.
Benefits of Aarcid Syrup
- In Acidity: Aarcid 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 Bloating: Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Aarcid 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). Aarcid 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 Aarcid as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Uses of Aarcid Syrup
- Acidity
- Stomach ulcers
- Bloating
Aarcid Syrup Side Effects
Safety Tips
Driving
SAFE
Aarcid does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Aarcid is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aarcid in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Aarcid during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Aarcid.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Aarcid in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Quick Tips
- Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate. Instead, have cold milk and cold coffee as these help neutralize the acid in the stomach.
- Do not take Aarcid at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with other medicines.
- Avoid alcohol and smoking.
- It is better to take it after food or as suggested by the doctor.
- Some healthy tips to prevent acidity from happening:Avoid taking hot tea, coffee, spicy food, and chocolate. Instead, have cold milk and cold coffee as these help neutralize the acid in the stomach.Avoid alcohol and smoking.Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.
- Talk to your doctor if you notice any signs of appendicitis such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, and vomiting.
- Avoid eating late at night or before bedtime.