Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Available Alternatives for OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP
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Overview
OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP is a Schedule H drug.OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP is composed of: ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE (250.0 MG), MAGNESIUM (250.0 MG), SIMETHICONE (50.0 MG)
Aluminum is a naturally occurring mineral. Aluminum hydroxide is an antacid and alkalizer.
Aluminum hydroxide is used to treat heartburn, upset stomach, sour stomach, acid indigestion, stomach ulcers. Aluminum hydroxide is also used to reduce phosphate levels in people with certain kidney conditions.
Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.Simethicone treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.
Usage
ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE is generally used to treat: Ulcer, StomachALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE can address symptoms like: Heartburn, Abdomen Upset Stomach
SIMETHICONE is generally used to treat: Gas, Flatulence, Stomach Pain
SIMETHICONE can address symptoms like: Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Pain
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP is generally taken After Food.Precautions for OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP and its Constituents
Take this medicine with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Do not take
- You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
- The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuriaUse exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
- Do not take more of this medication than is directed.
- Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
- The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
- Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
- Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.
- Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid.
Symptoms of Overdosage
ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE over-dosage can result in: Constipation, Weight Loss (intentional), Confusion, Mood Swings, Decreased UrinationCommon Side-Effects
ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE : Body Itching, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Slurred Speech, Hoarse Voice, Mouth Swelling, ConstipationSIMETHICONE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation
Serious Side-Effects
SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen TongueRare Side-Effects
SIMETHICONE : DizzinessTechnical Classification
ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE is categorized as:- ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
- PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS
SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
Available Alternatives for OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
AMPRACID MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP | INR 59.37 for 170 ML SYRUP | MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
DIGUSIL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SUSP | INR 59 for 170 ML SUSPENSION | MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
LITACID ORAL GEL | INR 65.45 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
MARCID 250MG/250MG/50MG ORAL GEL | INR 70 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
MONORIN MPS | INR 19.06 for 170 ML LIQUID | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP | INR 50 for 170 ML SYRUP | MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
7 LA SUSP | INR 65.8 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGNESIUM 50 MG/ML, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 50 MG/ML, SIMETHICONE 10 MG/ML, OXETACAINE 2 MG/ML |
ACIFIX SUSP | INR 56.7 for 180 ML SUSPENSION | SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID |
ALCID TAB | INR 12 for 9 TABLETS | MAGNESIUM 550.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG |
ALLUGEL MPS TAB | INR 3.75 for 8 TABLETS | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG |
ALZIMIN ORAL GEL | INR 49.95 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 50.0 MG |
ANTAGIT DS 400MG/400MG/50MG ORAL GEL | INR 54 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
BRAND.NAME SUSP | INR 72 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 5.0 MG |
CATOXYMAG N SUSP | INR 34.81 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID |
DIGECAINE TAB | INR 90 for 15 TABLETS | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 600.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
DISOCAIN SUSP | INR 76 for 175 ML SYRUP | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 50 MG/ML, MAGNESIUM 50 MG/ML, SIMETHICONE 10 MG/ML, OXETACAINE 2 MG/ML |
DISOGEL CARDAMOM SUSP | INR 65.45 for 175 ML SUSPENSION | SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE |
DISOGEL PINEAPPLE SUSP | INR 65.45 for 175 ML SUSPENSION | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , MAGNESIUM , SIMETHICONE |
DISOGEL TAB | INR 8.6 for 10 TABLETS | SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE |
HAPPICID ORAL GEL | INR 85.5 for 120 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 600.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
HYPOCID 300MG/200MG/25MG ORAL GEL | INR 65.01 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 200.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG |
LOMECID SUSP | INR 46.77 for 150 ML SUSPENSION | SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE |
LUPIGENE 300MG/150MG/25MG SYP | INR 288.57 for 170 ML SYRUP | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG |
NUCID TAB | INR 42.86 for 10 TABLETS | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 30.0 MG |
NUCOOL ORAL GEL | INR 37.5 for 200 ML ORAL GEL | SIMETHICONE , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , MAGNESIUM |
PILCID ORAL GEL | INR 25.25 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 5000.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 125.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG |
RELCER MPS ORAL GEL | INR 24.75 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 50.0 MG, SIMETHICONE |
SILOXOGENE 225MG/200MG/50MG ORAL GEL | INR 36.16 for 200 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 225.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 200.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG |
TRICAINE MPS ORAL GEL | INR 94.1 for 200 ML ORAL GEL | ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
VISCO ORAL GEL | INR 40.65 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | MAGNESIUM , ALGINIC ACID , SIMETHICONE , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE |
VISCO TAB | INR 6.4 for 10 TABLETS | MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID , SIMETHICONE |