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Acicrol is a prescription drug, available for use as Gel. It is primarily used for the treatment of Peptic Ulcer. Acicrol also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Acicrol is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Acicrol are Constipation. Some other side effects of Acicrol have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Acicrol normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Acicrol's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Acicrol has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acicrol related warnings section.
Acicrol is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Diabetes as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acicrol contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Acicrol with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acicrol is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Acicrol 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
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Is the use of Acicrol safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Acicrol for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Acicrol safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Acicrol in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Acicrol on the Kidneys?
Acicrol rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Acicrol on the Liver?
Using Acicrol does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Acicrol on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Acicrol for the heart.
Acicrol 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 Acicrol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acicrol habit forming or addictive?
Acicrol does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Acicrol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Acicrol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acicrol is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acicrol
Taking Acicrol with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acicrol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Acicrol with alcohol will be.
No, Acicrol is a prescription drug so do not use it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to the patient to use this drug without a doctor's advice because it can cause unpleasant side effects. Hence, the patient should seek doctors advice before using this medication by himself or herself.
Usually, Acicrol is given for short-term treatment for up to 8 weeks. You are advised to take Acicrol 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.
Yes, Acicrol 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.
No, Acicrol does not case black stools. It has not been reported by the patients who are taking this drug. If you are experiencing black stools after taking this drug, then it might be due to some other reason and you are advised to discuss it with your doctor.
Acicrol 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.
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References
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