Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat heartburn, duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and erosive esophagitis (damage to oesophagus due to stomach acid). GERD occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). Duodenal ulcers are sores that develop on the duodenum's inner lining (first part of the small intestine).

Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm is a combination of two drugs: Omeprazole (proton pump inhibitor) and Sodium bicarbonate (antacid). Omeprazole works by blocking an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for acid production. Sodium bicarbonate has alkaline pH, which helps in neutralising the acidic pH in the stomach. Together, Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm helps to provide relief from acidity.

Take Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm 1-2hours prior food. You are advised to take Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical condition. You may experience certain common side-effects such as headache, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, gas, and diarrhoea in some cases. 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 before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you have problems with acid-base (pH) balance or low levels of potassium, calcium or magnesium. Talk to your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you have osteoporosis: Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may increase the risk of bone fractures on long term treatment. Consult your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm should not be given to children as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm as it could lead to increased drowsiness and elevate stomach acid production.

Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat heartburn, duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), and erosive esophagitis (damage to oesophagus due to stomach acid). Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm is a combination of two drugs, namely: Omeprazole and Sodium bicarbonate. Omeprazole belongs to a group of medicines called proton pump inhibitors, whereas Sodium bicarbonate belongs to a group of medicines called antacids. Omeprazole works by blocking the action of an enzyme called gastric proton pump, which is responsible for acid production. Sodium bicarbonate has alkaline pH, which helps in neutralising the acidic pH in the stomach. Together, Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm helps to provide relief from acidity.

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Stomach pain
• Gas
• Diarrhoea

Do not take Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you are taking rilpivirine or nelfinavir (anti-HIV). Inform your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you have severe liver or kidney problems, if you are due to have Chromogranin A test, if you have problems with acid-base (pH) balance, low levels of potassium, calcium or magnesium, if you experience unexplained weight loss, stomach pain, indigestion, vomit food or blood, or if you pass black stools. Talk to your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you have osteoporosis, Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may increase the risk of bone fractures on long term treatment. Consult your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding. Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may cause drowsiness and dizziness, so drive only if you are alert. Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm should not be given to children as the safety have not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol and Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm as it could lead to increased drowsiness and elevate stomach acid production.

Drug-Drug Interactions: Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may have interaction with painkillers (aspirin), statin (rosuvastatin, atorvastatin), blood thinner (clopidogrel), a drug used to treat hypothyroidism (levothyroxine), anti-depressant (duloxetine), vitamin (cyanocobalamin), azole antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole) and anti-HIV (rilpivirine, nelfinavir).

Drug-Food Interactions: Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm may have interaction with St.John’s wort (herbal supplement used to treat depression). Avoiding alcohol consumption as alcohol intake leads to increased stomach acid production, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have Clostridium difficile-associated diarrhoea (CDAD), acid-base balance, sodium-water balance, bone fractures, hypomagnesemia (low levels of magnesium).

• ASPIRIN
• ROSUVASTATIN
• ATORVASTATIN
• CLOPIDOGREL
• LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
• DULOXETINE
• CYANOCOBALAMIN
• RILPIVIRINE
• NELFINAVIR

• Eat smaller meals more often.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
• Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
• Avoid lying down after eating as it causes 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 food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea and soda.
• Avoid sitting continuously as it may trigger acidity. Take a break of 5 minutes break every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.

• Inform your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you are due to have Chromogranin A test.
• Speak with your doctor before taking Zecid Sugar Free Mint Flavour Sachet 3 gm if you have problems with acid-base (pH) balance or low levels of potassium, calcium or magnesium.

The stomach is usually protected from the acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like heartburn, duodenal ulcers, gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and erosive esophagitis. Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) occurs when stomach acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). This backflow (acid reflux) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Symptoms include heartburn, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing. Duodenal ulcers are sores that develop on the lining of the duodenum (first part of the small intestine) due to erosion of the protective lining. Symptoms include nausea, appetite changes, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion. Erosive esophagitis is the inflammation that damages the lining of the oesophagus. Symptoms include difficulty swallowing, painful swallowing, chest pain, heartburn and acid regurgitation.