Bycid-O: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Bycid-O Benefits & Uses

Bycid-O is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Peptic Ulcer (Read More - Gentle and Natural: Best Home Remedies for Stomach Ulcers)

Bycid-O Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: strength 1 g sucralfate and 20 mg oxetacaine in 10 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Peptic Ulcer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 8 weeks Special Instructions: strength 1 g sucralfate and 20 mg oxetacaine in 10 ml

Bycid-O Related Warnings

Is the use of Bycid-O safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Bycid-O on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.
Is the use of Bycid-O safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Bycid-O for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Bycid-O on the Kidneys?

Bycid-O is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Bycid-O on the Liver?

Bycid-O is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Bycid-O on the Heart?

Bycid-O is completely safe for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Bycid-O with Other Drugs

Bycid-O should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Calcium

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Clarithromycin

Digoxin

Abacavir

Mild

Lansoprazole

Bycid-O Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Bycid-O unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hypophosphatasia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Bycid-O

Is this Bycid-O habit forming or addictive?

Bycid-O does not cause addiction.

Bycid-O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bycid-O

Taking Bycid-O with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Bycid-O

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Bycid-O with alcohol.

Frequently asked Questions about Bycid-O

Question over 5 years ago

How to take Bycid-O?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Take Bycid-O 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Bycid-O should be taken empty stomach,1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after the meal so that it can form a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining. Precautions must be taken in patients with improper kidney function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Bycid-O help with IBS (Irritable bowel syndrome)?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bycid-O might help with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) but there is insufficient scientific data available for its use in IBS. Since it is a prescription drug you are advised to not take it by yourself.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Bycid-O treat GERD?

Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Bycid-O might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely use Bycid-O?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Usually, Bycid-O is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Bycid-O as long as it is recommended by your doctor. Taking this drug beyond that period might not be good for you because it can lead to unintended side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Bycid-O work?

Dr. Kumawat Vijay Kumar MBBS , General Physician

Bycid-O contains sucralfate that works by forming a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining that protects it against stomach acid, pepsin, and bile acid salts which allows the ulcer to heal.