Erocot O Information
Erocot O is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Erocot O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Erocot O Benefits & Uses
Erocot O is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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 |
|
| Geriatric |
|
Erocot O Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Erocot O is used -
Moderate
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Mild
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Urticaria
- Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
- पेट की गैस
- Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
- Drowsiness
- Dry Mouth
- Vertigo
Common
- Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
- Rash
Unknown
- Loss of appetite
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
Moderate
Mild
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 almost 7 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 6 years ago
Does Erocot O treat GERD?
Dr. Ramraj Meena MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Erocot O might be helpful in treating GERD. It helps in GERD by forming a protective layer on the wall of the gastrointestinal tract as well esophagus that protects the symptoms of GERD such as heartburn and acidity.
Question almost 7 years ago
Can Erocot O cause black stools?
Dr. Madhur Anand MBBS, MS , General Surgery
No, Erocot O 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.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Erocot O contain sulfa?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
No, Erocot O does not contain sulfa. It contains sucralfate which is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer.
Question about 7 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.
See all substitutes for Erocot O
- Sufil O Syrup 100ml - ₹94
- Sufil O Syrup 200ml - ₹171
- Noul OS Syrup - ₹63
- Sucrarol Syrup - ₹57
- Erocot O 1000 mg/20 mg Syrup - ₹50
- Sucragyl O Syrup - ₹53
- Bycid-O Syrup - ₹143
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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
