Used For:

• Mucaine is used for quick relief from acidity and stomach discomfort, especially when pain or burning is prominent.Used in:Acidity / DyspepsiaGastritisGERD (acid reflux)Heartburn, sour stomachPeptic ulcer–related painEsophagitisStomach irritation due to spicy food, alcohol, NSAIDs

Contraindications:

• Avoid Mucaine in:Severe kidney disease (risk from magnesium/aluminium accumulation)Low phosphate levels (hypophosphatemia)Allergy to oxetacaine or antacidsSevere constipation (aluminium may worsen it)Appendicitis or intestinal obstruction (suspected)Children <6 years (without supervision)

Side Effects:

• Generally mild and uncommon:CommonConstipation (from aluminium)Diarrhea (from magnesium)NauseaMetallic tasteStomach cramps

Precautions:

• Do not take with other antacids simultaneously.Kidney patients should avoid or use only with medical supervision.Avoid taking other medicines within 1–2 hours → antacids may reduce absorption.Not for long-term use unless prescribed (may mask serious disease).Safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding if used short-term and prescribed.

Dietary Restrictions:

• Avoid spicy, oily, fried foods, citrus fruits, tomatoes.Limit tea, coffee, carbonated drinks.Avoid alcohol and smoking → worsen acidity.Eat small, frequent meals instead of heavy meals.Avoid lying down immediately after eating (wait 2–3 hours).Reduce NSAIDs (e.g., Zerodol, Ibuprofen) unless necessary.