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Multicaine Gel

Manufactured byINTAS PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsAluminium Hydroxide (291 mg/5 ml) + Magnesium Hydroxide (98 mg/5 ml) + Oxetacaine (10 mg/5 ml)
Description
Multicaine Gel is a combination of Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, and Oxetacaine. It is used to relieve symptoms such as heartburn, acidity, upset stomach, stomach discomfort, etc. associated with stomach ulcers and gastritis. This medicine stops the production of excess acid in the stomach and relieves pain and discomfort. Multicaine Gel shows side effects like taste change, diarrhoea, constipation, etc. These side effects are temporary and resolve with time. However, consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen. Take fibre-rich food and drink plenty of water to prevent constipation. Avoid taking this medicine if you are allergic to it. Multicaine Gel may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some cases. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine. Multicaine Gel should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment will be determined by your doctor based on the severity of your condition. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor. If you stop the treatment early, your symptoms may reappear, and your condition may worsen. Multicaine Gel should be used with caution if you have kidney problem. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines as they may interact with this medicine. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, or are breastfeeding.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Multicaine Gel

  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Change in taste
  • Nausea and Vomiting
  • Chills
  • Headache
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Constipation

Uses of Multicaine Gel

What is it prescribed for?

  • Gastroesophagal Reflux Disease
  • Peptic Ulcer
  • Dyspepsia
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Multicaine Gel can be observed immediately after intake.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Multicaine Gel remains active in your body is not known.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    Multicaine Gel has no habit-forming tendency.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Multicaine Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    It is not known if Multicaine Gel passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid taking Multicaine Gel if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Multicaine Gel is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Multicaine Gel passes into breast milk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
General warnings

Other medicine

Multicaine Gel may interact with many other medicines and decrease its efficacy or increase the risk of side effects. Hence, inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines.

Driving or operating machines

Multicaine Gel may cause dizziness or drowsiness in some cases. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines if you feel dizzy or drowsy after taking this medicine.

Hypophosphataemia

Prolonged use of Multicaine Gel may decrease the levels of phosphorous in your body. This can lead to weak and brittle bones, muscle weakness and pain, fatigue, etc. If you experience any of these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

Missed Dose

If you miss a scheduled dose of Multicaine Gel, take it as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed one. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

Never take more than the prescribed dose of Multicaine Gel. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of this medicine.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Ciprofloxacin

Levothyroxine

Raltegravir

Cefpodoxime

Liothyronine

Disease interactions

Kidney impairment

Multicaine Gel is excreted through the kidneys. Hence an impaired kidney is unable to excrete the medicine properly leading to its accumulation in the kidneys. Hence, Multicaine Gel should be used with caution if you have kidney problems.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Multicaine Gel as directed by your doctor. Shake the bottle well before use. Avoid taking more or less than the recommended dose. Consult your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.
Miscelleneous

To be taken before food

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Multicaine Gel is a combination of Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide, and Oxetacaine. Aluminum Hydroxide and Magnesium hydroxide acts as antacids and reduce the amount of stomach acid. Oxetacaine relieves pain and discomfort caused by ulcers or acid reflux.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Miscellaneous GI agents, Antacids

Schedule

Schedule H

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Information on this page was last updated on 24 Dec 2021

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