Digecaine Syrup 170 ml

Digecaine Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), and stomach upset. The stomach is usually protected from acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, excess acid production erodes the mucous layer, which leads to complications like acidity and heartburn. 
 
Digecaine Syrup contains dried Aluminium hydroxide gel, Magnesium hydroxide, Simethicone, and Oxetacaine. Dried Aluminium hydroxide gel and Magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). Oxetacaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
 
Take Digecaine Syrup as prescribed by the doctor. You are advised to take Digecaine Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. In some cases, you may experience some common side effects, such as constipation, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, and tiredness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
 
Inform your doctor if you have low phosphate levels, high magnesium levels, kidney or liver problems; or if you are taking antibiotics such as doxycycline, oxytetracycline, levofloxacin, or ciprofloxacin. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before taking this medicine. Digecaine Syrup is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol, as it could lead to increased acidity. Digecaine Syrup may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Digecaine Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), and stomach upset. Digecaine Syrup is a combination of four drugs: Dried aluminium hydroxide gel (antacid), magnesium hydroxide (antacid), simethicone (anti-flatulent) and oxetacaine (local anaesthetic). Dried aluminium hydroxide gel and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). Oxetacaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Thus, Digecaine Syrup helps provide relief from acidity-related issues.

• Constipation
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Tiredness

Do not take Digecaine Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents, debilitated (very weak); or if you have severe stomach pain or partially or entirely blocked bowel. Inform your doctor before taking Digecaine Syrup if you have low phosphate levels, high magnesium levels, kidney or liver problems; if you are on a low-phosphate diet or if you are taking antibiotics. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Digecaine Syrup is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol with Digecaine Syrup as it could increase acidity. Digecaine Syrup may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Digecaine Syrup may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin), antibiotics (doxycycline, oxytetracycline, levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin), anti-asthma (albuterol, ipratropium), anti-diabetic (glipizide), and vitamins (ascorbic acid, ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol).

Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking citrates along with Digecaine Syrup as it might lead to increased serum levels of aluminium. Avoid alcohol intake as it increases stomach acid production, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal obstruction disorder, and renal dysfunction.

• ASPIRIN
• DOXYCYCLINE
• OXYTETRACYCLINE
• LEVOFLOXACIN
• CIPROFLOXACIN
• ALBUTEROL
• IPRATROPIUM
• GLIPIZIDE
• ASCORBIC ACID
• ERGOCALCIFEROL
• CHOLECALCIFEROL

• Eat smaller meals more often.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
• Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
• Avoid lying down after eating to prevent acid reflux.
• Avoid tight-fitting clothes as it might increase the pressure on the abdomen leading to acid reflux.
• Practise relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.
• Avoid foods such as high-fat, spicy chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea and soda. 
• Avoid sitting continuously, as it may trigger acidity. Take a break of 5 minutes every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.

Acidity: A mucous layer usually protects the stomach from acid. Excess acid production can erode the mucous layer, resulting in complications such as acidity. As a result, acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). Acid reflux (backflow) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Heartburn, a sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing are all symptoms.

Indigestion: Indigestion is the feeling of fullness. It occurs due to slow gastric emptying. Symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting. 

Gastritis: It is the inflammation of the stomach lining. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and upper stomach pain.