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Mucocoat is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Mucocoat depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Mucocoat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Mucocoat safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Mucocoat in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Mucocoat safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Mucocoat for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Mucocoat on the Kidneys?
Mucocoat rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Mucocoat on the Liver?
Mucocoat is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Mucocoat on the Heart?
Using Mucocoat does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Mucocoat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mucocoat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Mucocoat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Mucocoat is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Mucocoat can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Mucocoat is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mucocoat in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Mucocoat
It is safe to take Mucocoat with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Mucocoat
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Mucocoat with alcohol.
Yes, Mucocoat can treat gastritis. It is used in the treatment of gastritis because it forms a protective layer in the gastrointestinal lining which helps in providing relief from gastric inflammation.
No, Mucocoat is not an antacid. It contains sucralfate which works by forming a protective coating in the gastrointestinal lining and provide relief from acidity and other stomach related issues.
Take Mucocoat 1-2 times in a day or as advised by your doctor. Mucocoat 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.
Yes, Mucocoat might cause gas (flatulence). It is a rare side effect of this drug. However, the exact cause behind gas is unknown. If you are experiencing excessive gas trouble after taking this drug then you are advised to take an antiflatulent drug such as simethicone.
Yes, Mucocoat can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Mucocoat. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Mucocoat.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Carafate
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 656-657
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1154-1155