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About Sparacid O Mint Suspension

Sparacid O Mint Suspension belongs to a group of medicine called 'ulcer protectants' primarily used to treat peptic ulcers or gastrointestinal ulcers. It also treats hyperacidity, heartburn, indigestion, and gastritis (inflammation of the stomach). The stomach is usually protected from acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity and heartburn. A peptic ulcer is a sore on the stomach's lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Ulcers or sores of the stomach region are called gastric ulcers, while the duodenum ulcer is known as a duodenal ulcer.

Sparacid O Mint Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine. Sucralfate is a gastrointestinal protectant that works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer so that digestive enzymes, acid and bile salts cannot further irritate the lining of the stomach duodenum. This protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal. Besides this, Oxetacaine is a local anaesthetic that exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.

It is better to take Sparacid O Mint Suspension an hour before a meal or without a meal for its best results. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Sparacid O Mint Suspension based on your medical condition. Some people may experience common side effects like constipation, dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, blurred vision, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Sparacid O Mint Suspension do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Sparacid O Mint Suspension or active and inactive ingredients present on it, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Sparacid O Mint Suspension . Sparacid O Mint Suspension should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Try not to stop taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension of your own. Stopping a sudden intake of Sparacid O Mint Suspension will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration. Avoid taking aluminium and magnesium-containing antacids with Sparacid O Mint Suspension . Aluminium-containing antacids and Sparacid O Mint Suspension could lead to constipation and intestinal obstruction, whereas magnesium-containing antacids might cause diarrhoea.  Avoid consuming alcohol along with Sparacid O Mint Suspension as it could lead to increased acidity.

Uses of Sparacid O Mint Suspension

Acidity, Heartburn, Stomach ulcer, Duodenal ulcer

Directions for Use

Take Sparacid O Mint Suspension one hour before a meal or as advised by the doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup provided with the pack. Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension as it can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine.

Medicinal Benefits

Sparacid O Mint Suspension belongs to a group of anti-ulcerants used to treat acidity, heartburn, gas and stomach ulcers. Sparacid O Mint Suspension  is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate (anti-ulcer) and Oxetacaine (Local anaesthetic). Sucralfate works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer to pepsin and bile and inhibiting gastric acid diffusion. This protects the ulcer from the acid of the stomach, allowing it to heal. It exhibits a cytoprotective effect and forms a viscous, adhesive barrier on the intact intestinal mucosa and stomach surface. It also stimulates the synthesis and release of gastric mucosal prostaglandins and bicarbonate and the epidermal growth factor that stimulates healing and formation of new healthy skin. On the other hand, Oxetacaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby provides relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. It does not lose its activity even in strongly acidic conditions and provides prolonged anaesthetic action.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Sparacid O Mint Suspension

  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Sleepiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Nausea

Drug Warnings

You should avoid taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension if you are allergic to Sparacid O Mint Suspension or other ingredients present in it.  Inform your doctor before taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension if you have a history of appendicitis, blockage of the bowel, rectal bleeding, kidney problems, low-magnesium diet, or if you have undergone recent bowel surgery. Caution is required before giving Sparacid O Mint Suspension to elderly patients. Sucralfate in Sparacid O Mint Suspension contains aluminium, which is normally removed by your kidney. Therefore, older adults and people who have kidney problems may be at greater risk for developing high aluminium levels while using this drug with other products that contain aluminium (e.g. antacids). Do not take Sparacid O Mint Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by the doctor. The safety and effectiveness in children are not established, please consult your doctor before giving them Sparacid O Mint Suspension . Avoid consuming alcohol along with Sparacid O Mint Suspension as it could lead to increased acidity. 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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SucralfateParicalcitol
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SucralfateDigoxin
Severe

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SucralfateParicalcitol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml:
Coadministration of Paricalcitol with sulfasalazine may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Paricalcitol and Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SucralfateDigoxin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml:
Co-administration of Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml together with Digoxin may decrease the effects of Digoxin.

How to manage the interaction:
If you are supposed to take Digoxin and Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml together, your doctor may adjust the dose to safely use both medications. Do not discontinue the medication without consulting a doctor.
SucralfateDolutegravir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml:
Coadministration of dolutegravir with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml can lead to decreased levels and effects of Dolutegravir.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Dolutegravir and Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml together can possibly result in an interaction, they can be taken together if prescribed by your doctor. It is advised to take dolutegravir either two hours before or six hours after taking a dose of Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SucralfateColecalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml:
Taking Cholecalciferol together with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml may increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Cholecalciferol and Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
SucralfateDoxercalciferol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml:
Coadministration of Doxercalciferol with sulfasalazine can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Doxercalciferol and Sparacid O Mint Suspension 200 ml, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid intake of acid or heartburn triggering foods or drinks like peppermint, chocolate, onions, caffeinated beverages, citrus fruits or juices, tomatoes, and high-fat and spicy foods.
  • Eating five or six smaller meals throughout the day rather than three large meals. It can help reduce the production of stomach acid.
  • Avoid taking alcohol and smoking cigarettes and red meat. It increases the production of stomach acid and makes symptoms worse. It can also cause erosion of the stomach lining.
  • Include the high fiber-containing foods, leafy green veggies (kale, spinach), green tea in your meal. Fermented dairy products like miso, sauerkraut, and kimchi contain probiotics which help in the prevention of excess acid production.
  • Cranberry juice can be beneficial in peptic ulcer and H. pylori infections.

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ANTIULCERANTS

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Sparacid O Mint Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Sucralfate and Oxetacaine. Sucralfate is an antiulcers covers the damaged ulcer tissue in the stomach and protects it from acid or injury to facilitate healing. Oxetacaine is a local anesthetic that shows numbing effect provides fast relief from pain caused due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.

If you miss a dose of Sparacid O Mint Suspension , take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Do not take Sparacid O Mint Suspension for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension for a few days.

Do not stop taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension without consulting your doctor. The stomach ulcer and duodenal ulcer tends to be recurrent disease. If you stop taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension , it will not influence the frequency or severity of future ulceration.

Do not take aspirin and ibuprofen as a pain killer while taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension unless your doctor says it to take. These pain killers increase the secretion of stomach acid and exaggerate gastrointestinal bleeding. Besides this, avoid acid-containing food/drinks, coffee, tea, carbonated drinks and vegetables like lemon, tomato etc.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
  • MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
  • DOLUTEGRAVIR
  • DOXERCALCIFEROL
  • PARICALCITOL
  • CIPROFLOXACIN
  • GEMIFLOXACIN
  • LEVOFLOXACIN
  • ACARBOSE
  • METFORMIN
  • GLIPIZIDE
  • GLIMEPIRIDE
  • GLYBURIDE
  • WARFARIN

Special Advise

  • If your condition does not improve even after taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension for 4-5 weeks, please consult your doctor.  Do not take Sparacid O Mint Suspension for more than 8 weeks. 
  • Sucralfate in Sparacid O Mint Suspension contains aluminium, so if you are a kidney patient, let your doctor know about this before taking Sparacid O Mint Suspension .

Disease/Condition Glossary

Gastrointestinal ulcer: The stomach is usually protected from acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity. Due to this, acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (oesophagus). This backflow (acid reflux) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Symptoms include heartburn, a sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing. Indigestion is the feeling of fullness. It occurs due to slow gastric emptying. Symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea and vomiting. A peptic ulcer is a sore on the stomach's lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum). Ulcers or sores of the stomach region are called gastric ulcers, while the duodenum ulcer is known as a duodenal ulcer.

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