Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Composition of Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension contains Oxetacaine (Oxethazaine) 10 mg + Aluminium Hydroxide Gel 0.291 g + Magnesium Hydroxide 0.098 g per 5 ml (sugar free oral suspension). It belongs to the Antacids (aluminium & magnesium salts) + local anaesthetic (oxetacaine) class of medicines.

Uses of Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

• Symptomatic relief of acidity
• heartburn
• acid indigestion
• gastritis
• gastro-oesophageal reflux (GERD) and pain/burning due to peptic ulcer

Key benefits

• Relieves heartburn and acidity
• Reduces burning pain in gastritis/ulcer
• Helps in GERD-related symptoms
• Provides quick soothing effect on stomach lining

How Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension works

Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide neutralize excess stomach acid and reduce irritation. Oxetacaine is a local anaesthetic that numbs the stomach lining, providing relief from pain and burning even in an acidic environment.

How to take Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Shake well before use. Take by mouth as directed by the physician, usually after meals and at bedtime. Measure with a spoon/cup; can be taken with or without food. Keep a gap of at least 2 hours from other oral medicines.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed one — applying extra does not make up for it.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Most side effects of Mucaine are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Constipation
• diarrhoea
• nausea
• abdominal discomfort
• chalky taste
• bloating
• belching

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in kidney disease (risk of aluminium/magnesium accumulation) and in patients on a low-phosphate diet. Prolonged or excessive use may cause electrolyte disturbances (e.g., low phosphate) and rebound symptoms. Do not use for long periods without medical advice; seek medical help if symptoms persist, worsen, or if there is blood in vomit/black stools/unexplained weight loss. Not recommended in severe renal impairment unless prescribed.

Do not take Mucaine if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease.

Interactions with other medicines

Reduced absorption of tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones (e.g., ciprofloxacin/levofloxacin), iron salts, levothyroxine, bisphosphonates, ketoconazole/itraconazole, digoxin—separate dosing by 2–4 hours

How to store Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Store below 30°C. Keep tightly closed, protected from light and moisture. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Mucaine Gel Sugar Free Mint Suspension

Take it after meals and at bedtime when symptoms are worst. Avoid late heavy meals, and raise the head of your bed if symptoms wake you at night.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Pfizer Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antacid/Anti-ulcer

Drug class:

Antacids (aluminium & magnesium salts) + local anaesthetic (oxetacaine)