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Alchohol Interaction | Alcohol use can increase acid secretion, acid reflux in food pipe causing heartburn and decreasing effect of this drug. Ulcidin 150mg Tablet can also decrease alcohol breakdown and increase its level in blood. |
Pregnancy Interaction | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor. |
Lactation Interaction | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby. |
Expert Advice | Ulcidin is a well tolerated and safe medicine with a very low incidence of side effects. Take Ulcidin before going to bed if you are taking this medicine once a day as it is very effective in controlling stomach acid released in the midnight. If you are also taking an antacid, take it two hours before or after taking Ulcidin. Avoid taking soft drinks, citrus fruits like orange and lemon, which can irritate the stomach and increase acid secretion. Inform your doctor if you do not feel better after taking Ulcidin for two weeks or 14 days as you may be suffering from some other problems. <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13px; white-space: pre-wrap; |
Common Side Effect | Fatigue, Drowsiness, Headache, Constipation, Diarrhoea, Muscle pain. |
How to Use | Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ulcidin 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time. |
Driving | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
Kidney | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ulcidin 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Liver | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ulcidin 150mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. |
Mechanism of action | Ulcidin 150mg Tablet is an H2 blocker. It works by reducing the amount of acid in the stomach which helps in relief of acid-related indigestion and heartburn. |
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