Acicon syrup is one of the most commonly prescribed medications in Pakistan. In a nutshell, it works to inhibit the condition of the stomach due to its excessive secretion. Thus, your patient will make the most use of medicine, if well informed concerning the contents, applications, dosages, side effects, and precautions. This guide coming below will enable you on all information you need with regards to Acicon syrup so that you are all abreast with its good or bad effects.
What is Acicon Syrup?
Acicon syrup is an antacidle which is used in treatment of
symptoms of excess acidity in the stomach. This comprises of the following;
heartburn, indigestion as well as acid reflux. It works to neutralize stomach
acid while relieving discomfort in brief intervals. It also fosters the general
health of your digestive system.
Ingredients
- Active ingredients in the composition of Acicon syrup are
mostly these ones:
- Aluminum Hydroxide-Neutralizes the stomach acid that leads
to a cure from heartburn and indigestion.
- Magnesium Hydroxide-Co-liquefies with aluminum hydroxide,
thus it helps in reducing acidity and aids in digestion easily.
- Simethicone-It is an anti-foaming medication, which aids in relieving the condition of gassiness and pain caused by gas.
Uses
- Acicon syrup is used to cure a variety of gastrointestinal
pathology disorders such as:
- Heartburn-Squeezing pain in the chest, where acid in the
stomach comes up to the esophagus and enters it
- Gastro esophageal Reflux Disease, (GERD): This is a long
term condition in which the acids in the stomach sometimes move up into the
esophagus.
- Dyspepsia: This is the medical term for indigestion or
stomach pain in the upper abdomen.
- Flatulence: These are cases where there is a collection of gas in both the stomach and intestines that expands the stomach.
How does Acicon Syrup work?
In its active components, the Acicon syrup functions in
These contain Aluminum Hydroxide and Magnesium Hydroxide.
These help in the neutralization of extra acidity inside the stomach.
Therefore, this disorder can easily be reduced in heartburn and indigestion. It
raises pH value in the stomach. This minimizes its level of acidity. Due to it,
the level of aches gets minimized also.
Simethicone is believed to break down the air bubbles of gas that naturally occur in the body gastrointestinal. For this reason alone, it becomes less painful to the body to eliminate the gas that exists in the stomach. Bloating will then be minimal. The formulation of the drug does well to help Acicon syrup overcome most symptoms arising with gastrointestinal discomfort.
Administration
The dose of Acicon syrup will be decided based on age and medical condition. Thus the following general guidelines shall be applicable to everyone:
- Adults : Take 10-20 ml of Acicon syrup after food and at bed
time or as advised by your physician
- Children : Almost half of the adults amount but the quantity to be taken should be decided by your physician considering their age and weight
Dosage
Shake the bottle well before taking it. Then there should be
uniform mixing of active ingredients in that medicine.
- Take a measuring spoon or measuring cup in your hands and
take that drug accordingly.
- Do not intake more than prescribed. Excessive quantity might result in producing undesirable reactions from that medicine.
Side Effects
Though almost every patient can tolerate this oral solution Acicon with a fewer number of side effects; still it causes a range of different side effects, too. They are the following.
- Constipation: Aluminum hydroxide present in these syrups
gives constipation in some customers
- Diarrhea: Among the vulnerable clients, diarrhea results due
to the use of Magnesium hydroxide
- Gastrointestinal irritation: Sometimes a client undergoes
Nausea and Vomiting.
- Stomach Pain: The patient might be accompanied by light ache or discomfort in stomach
Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are not expected If you have an
allergic reaction, call your doctor or get emergency medical help if you have
signs of an allergic reaction: an allergic reaction: hives, rash, itching,
swelling especially in the face, lips, mouth, tongue or throat, difficulty in
breathing or swallowing, decrease in frequency of urine or increased swelling
of feet and ankles, mild to moderate pain in the lower abdomen. Precautions and
Warnings Refer to your pharmacist for the following:
Case history: Get the whole medical history with your doctor on a case history. It's very essential if the patient has diseases of the kidney, gastrointestinal obstruction, or on a low-phosphate diet.
- Pregnancy and Breastfeeding: Discuss with your doctor to
ascertain that it is safe for your consumption of Acicon syrup when you are
pregnant or on breastfeeding.
- Drug Interactions: Acicon syrup interacts with some drugs
including antibiotics and other antacids. Hence, it's important you inform your
doctor or pharmacist if you are taking another drug so that he can design some
possible interactions.
- Long-Term Use: Avoid taking the syrup long unless your doctor will advise you to use the syrup for long. As it is going to lead to complications in terms of the imbalance of electrolytes.
Lifestyle and Diet Advice
In addition to oral intake of Acicon syrup, lifestyle and
diet also need to be altered so that a person can easily get control over the
symptoms of gastrointestinal conditions:
Dietary Consideration
- Avoid food intake that may cause heartburn or indigestion; some examples of such foods are spicy foods, citrus fruits, and greasy foods.
- Take smaller portions more frequently; acid reflux occurs less frequently with such intake.
- Do not lie down after eating; wait for at least two to three
hours.
- Minimize or in small quantities the use of caffeine and alcohol since these are most likely causes of acid reflux.
When to get medical attention
Visit your doctor if your condition persists and you've been
administered Acicon syrup, or symptoms worsen or are deteriorating. Gastroesophageal reflux disease, ulcers, or other diseases of the gastrointestinal
tract may call for special treatment.
Conclusion
Another syrup option is Acicon in connection with the
patients who manifest symptoms caused by excess gastric-acid. As active
ingredient, it easily takes comfort to irritation that is why becomes favored
by most of the patients. But for sure the drug will be safe and effective,
proper use, side effects, and precautions pertaining to the medication should
be learned.
Always consult a doctor if you are on any new medicine,
especially if you have other health problems or are on other medicines. Along
with a healthy lifestyle choice and diet changes, the Acicon syrup will improve
your gastrointestinal health and thus your quality of life. Therefore, by
medication as well as changing the lifestyle, better digestive health with
overall well-being would be achieved.
Please book an appointment with the best Gastroenterologist in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad, and all major cities of Pakistan through InstaCare, or call our helpline at 03171777509 to find the verified doctor for your disease.
