Erocot O: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Erocot O Benefits & Uses

Erocot O is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

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

Erocot 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

Erocot O Related Warnings

Is the use of Erocot O safe for pregnant women?

No research has not been done till date on the safety of Erocot O for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Erocot O safe during breastfeeding?

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

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

Using Erocot O does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Erocot O on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Erocot O for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Erocot O with Other Drugs

Erocot 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

Erocot O Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Kidney Disease
Hypophosphatasia
Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Erocot O

Is this Erocot O habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Erocot O is addictive.

Erocot O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Erocot O

You can take Erocot O with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Erocot O

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

Frequently asked Questions about Erocot O

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Erocot O on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

No, Erocot O should not be discontinued without doctors advice even when you start feeling well because discontinuing this drug on your own might worsen your current medical condition. Hence you are advised to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Erocot O cause constipation?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Erocot O may cause constipation. It is a common side effect of this drug. If you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then try to take laxative such as Isabgol and eat less spicy highly fibrous food.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Erocot O with ranitidine?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Yes, you can take Erocot O with ranitidine. No clinically significant drug interaction has been reported between them. However, you are advised to take ranitidine 30 minutes before taking Erocot O.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Erocot O?

Dr. Vedprakash Verma MBBS, MD , Cardiology

Erocot O is a brand name of sucralfate and it is available in the form of tablet, syrup, and suspension. It is a prescription drug which is used for the treatment of duodenal ulcer. It is also used off-label to prevent stress ulcer.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Erocot O with omeprazole?

Dr. OP Kholwad MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Erocot O can be taken along with omeprazole at the same time. Omeprazole does not appear to interfere with the efficacy of Erocot O. Hence, it is alright to take them together. However, you are advised to take omeprazole 30 minutes before taking Erocot O.