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Mucogen 100mg Tablet

Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition: Rebamipide (100mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease Peptic ulcer disease is a condition in which painful sores or ulcers develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Mucogen 100mg Tablet reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking the medicine as it is prescribed for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear. In Treatment of Mouth ulcers Mouth ulcers are small painful sores on inner lips, gums, tongue, roof of the mouth or throat that may interfere with eating, drinking and even talking. Mucogen 100mg Tablet blocks chemicals in our brain that are responsible for pain sensation and inflammation. Therefore it provides relief from pain, discomfort and symptoms of inflammation such as redness or swelling due to mouth ulcers. This makes it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Continue using it as advised by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Benefits: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Mucogen 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description: Mucogen 100mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of peptic ulcers and mouth ulcers. It increases the synthesis of a chemical messenger which improves the healing of the ulcer. Mucogen 100mg Tablet is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should take this medicine until your doctor tells you to stop. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Common side effects of this medicine include indigestion. This is usually mild and disappear after a short time. Consult your doctor if they persist. Lifestyle modifications like having a rich fiber diet, increase fluid intake and regular exercise can help you to get better results. Before taking this medicine, you should let your doctor know if you have liver or kidney problems. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor. Your doctor may suggest a routine blood test to check the functioning of your liver while you are taking this medicine.

How to Use: Mucogen 100mg Tablet is a mucosal protective agent. It increases the synthesis of prostaglandin, a chemical messenger which improves healing of the ulcer.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Mucogen 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Mucogen 100mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : UNSAFE - Mucogen 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Mucogen 100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Mucogen 100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - There is limited information available on the use of Mucogen 100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Mucogen 100mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging: strip of 10 tablets

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Treatment of Peptic ulcer disease | Treatment of Mouth ulcers

Side Effects: Diarrhea | Vomiting | Nausea | Constipation | Dizziness | Drowsiness | Burping | Heartburn | Abdominal pain | Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes) | Menstrual disorder

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: UNSAFE

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Liver Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR