Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is used to prevent or treat peptic ulcers or gastrointestinal ulcers. An ulcer is a sore on the stomach's lining or the first part of the small intestine (duodenum).

Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml contains 'Sucralfate', which works by forming a protective barrier or coat over the ulcer so that digestive enzymes, acid and bile salts cannot further irritate the lining of the stomach and duodenum. This protects the ulcer from the stomach's acid, allowing it to heal.

Some people may experience common side effects like constipation, dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, blurred vision, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects of Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Do not take Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml if you are allergic to any of its components. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor. Keep your doctor informed about your health conditions and medications to prevent any potential interactions.

Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is used in the treatment of duodenal ulcer. The detailed uses of Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml are as follows:

• Peptic Ulcer Treatment: Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is commonly used to treat and manage peptic ulcers by forming a protective barrier over the ulcer site, promoting healing.
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD): Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml can help alleviate symptoms associated with GERD by protecting the oesophagus from stomach acid.
• Prevention of Ulcer Formation: Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is often prescribed to prevent the formation of ulcers in patients who require long-term use of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
• Stomach and Duodenal Ulcer Management: Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is used in managing both stomach ulcers and duodenal ulcers, providing symptomatic relief and promoting healing.
• Mucosal Protection: Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml serves as a mucosal protective agent during therapies that may irritate the gastrointestinal tract, helping to reduce discomfort and damage.

• Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml can be taken with or without food.
• Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
• Measure the prescribed dose using a measuring cup and take it orally.
• Do not use household spoons for measuring the dose.
• Shake well before each use.
• Make sure to close the cap properly to avoid contamination. Wash the measuring cup after each use to maintain cleanliness.

• Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml is primarily used to treat and prevent the recurrence of duodenal ulcers (ulcers in the upper small intestine).
• It creates a viscous, adhesive coating that sticks to the ulcer site, protecting it from damage by gastric acid, pepsin, and bile salts.
• By shielding the ulcer from harmful digestive juices, Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml allows the tissue to heal naturally and more effectively.
• Provides cytoprotection by forming a barrier over the stomach and intestinal mucosa, preventing further erosion or irritation.
• Helps maintain the integrity of the gastric and intestinal lining, reducing the risk of ulcer formation and damage.

• You should avoid taking Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml if you are allergic to sucralfate or other ingredients present in it.
• Inform your doctor if you have kidney disease, stomach/intestine problems (delayed gastric emptying), are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are a breastfeeding mother.
• Caution is advised before giving Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml to elderly patients.
• The safety and effectiveness in children are not established; please consult your doctor before giving Ericoat Oral Suspension 200 ml to children.
• Let your doctor know if you are taking nay other medicines, including supplements and herbal products.