Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for ULGEL-A GEL and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Technical Classification
- 11 Prescription Statistics
- 11.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 11.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 11.3 How long was it prescribed?
- 11.4 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 11.5 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 11.6 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 11.7 Most common Medicines advised along-side?
- 11.8 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 11.9 Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
- 12 Available Alternatives for ULGEL-A GEL
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Overview
ULGEL-A GEL is a Schedule H drug.ULGEL-A GEL is composed of: MAGALDRATE (540 MG), SIMETHICONE (50 MG), OXETACAINE (10 MG)
Magaldrate is an antacid and alkalizer. Magaldrate is used in the treatment of acidity, intestinal ulcers
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
MAGALDRATE is generally used to treat: Acidity, Ulcer, StomachSIMETHICONE 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 < 2yrs
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
ULGEL-A GEL is generally taken After Food.Precautions for ULGEL-A GEL and its Constituents
Do not take it for more than 2 weeks, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor. Avoid Magaldrate,
- 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
MAGALDRATE over-dosage can result in: Difficulty BreathingCommon Side-Effects
MAGALDRATE : 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
MAGALDRATE is categorized as: ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTSSIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| 3 Times Daily | 64% |
| 2 Times Daily | 11% |
| Others | 9% |
| SOS | 7% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 2tsf | 79% |
| 10ml | 12% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 33% |
| 7 Days | 24% |
| 3 Days | 18% |
| 14 Days | 17% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| Below 5yrs | 1% |
| 5 to 12yrs | 1% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 32% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 24% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 5% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 16% |
| 70yrs and above | 20% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 55% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Gastroenterologist | 40% |
| ENT | 38% |
| Physician | 20% |
| Gynaecologist | 1% |
| Orthopaedist | 1% |
Most common Medicines advised along-side?
| RABONIK DSR 40MG CAP | 18% |
| CNF ACTIVE TAB | 10% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| ENDOSCOPY UPPER GI (ENDOSCOPY) | 10% |
Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
| Small frequent meals (Diet) | 16% |
| Walking (Exercise) | 10% |
Available Alternatives for ULGEL-A GEL
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| GELIKEM O 540MG/50MG/10MG SYP | INR 60.3 for 170 ML SYRUP | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| LENOCARB M PLUS 540MG/50MG/10MG SUSP | INR 69 for 170 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| MERIGEL A SYP | INR 59 for 170 ML SYRUP | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| RANTAC MPS LA SYP | INR 78.7 for 170 ML SYRUP | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| ULGEL A SUSP | INR 107.15 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| ULGEL-A GEL | INR 97.88 for 170 ML HEL | MAGALDRATE 540 MG, SIMETHICONE 50 MG, OXETACAINE 10 MG |
| WISFAST A 540MG/50MG/10MG LIQUID | INR 45 for 170 ML LIQUID | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?
| ACILOC S SUSP | INR 86.4 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 96 MG/ML, SIMETHICONE 4 MG/ML, OXETACAINE 2 MG/ML |
| ALCID O SYP | INR 40 for 170 ML SYRUP | SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE |
| ALMAG O ORAL GEL | INR 79.92 for 170 ML ORAL GEL | MAGALDRATE , SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE |
| COLIGON O TAB | INR 34.5 for 10 TABLETS | MAGALDRATE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| DEWGEL A SUSP | INR 69.5 for 170 ML SUSPENSION | SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE |
| EFACAINE 500MG/50MG/10MG SUSP | INR 83.61 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 500.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| GASOWEL PLUS SYP | INR 45 for 170 ML SYRUP | OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE , SIMETHICONE |
| GELVEL A SYP | INR 76 for 170 ML SYRUP | OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE , SIMETHICONE |
| GELVEL SYP | INR 69 for 170 ML SYRUP | SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE |
| LINOCARB M PLUS SYP | INR 43.15 for 180 ML SYRUP | SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE , MAGALDRATE |
| MAGNATE D SYP | INR 90 for 200 ML SYRUP | MAGALDRATE 480.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 10.0 MG |
| MEGAGEL PLUS 480MG/20MG/10MG SUSP | INR 69.3 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 480.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 20.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| RANIDOM O OLD TAB | INR 3.75 for 10 TABLETS | MAGALDRATE 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE , OXETACAINE |
| RANIDOM O SUSP | INR 89.54 for 200 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 20.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |
| SIMGEL O SUSP | INR 53.2 for 170 ML SUSPENSION | OXETACAINE , SIMETHICONE , MAGALDRATE |
| SPEUCID FORTE TAB | INR 34 for 10 TABLETS | MAGALDRATE 540.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 20.0 MG, OXETACAINE 5.0 MG |
| ZESTNATE SUSP | INR 91 for 170 ML SUSPENSION | MAGALDRATE 480.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 20.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG |