Mucosta 100 mg 20 tablets

Available at Pharmaegy Pharmacy. Use as directed by your doctor.

Mucosta 100 mg 20 tablets Composition: Active Ingredient: Rebamipide (100 mg per tablet). Description: Mucosta is an anti-gastritis and anti-gastric ulcer drug used to treat gastric ulcers, gastritis, and gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, redness, edema). It is also used for NSAID-induced gastropathy and enteropathy. Mechanism of Action: Rebamipide works through multiple protective mechanisms: Enhances Mucosal Defense: Increases prostaglandin E2 (PGE2) production, thickens the gastric mucus layer, and improves mucosal blood flow. Anti-inflammatory Effects: Suppresses interleukin-8 production and inflammatory cell infiltration. Antioxidant Properties: Scavenges free radicals and reduces oxidative stress. Promotes Healing: Accelerates cell proliferation and repair of damaged gastric mucosa. Indications: Mucosta is indicated for: - Gastric ulcers - Gastric mucosal lesions (erosions, bleeding, redness, edema) in: - Acute gastritis - Acute exacerbation of chronic gastritis - NSAID-induced gastropathy and enteropathy - Recurrent aphthous ulcers (e.g., in Behçet's disease). Dosage and Administration: Standard Adult Dose: 100 mg (1 tablet) orally three times daily. For Gastric Ulcers: Take in the morning, evening, and before bedtime. For Gastric Mucosal Lesions: Take three times daily. Administration: Can be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablet whole with water. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to rebamipide or any ingredient in the formulation. Precautions: - Elderly Patients: Use with caution due to increased sensitivity and risk of gastrointestinal disorders. - Hepatic and Renal Impairment: Use with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease. Monitoring of liver enzymes and BUN is recommended. - Allergic Reactions: Discontinue immediately if signs of hypersensitivity (e.g., rash, shock) occur. - Blood Disorders: Monitor for leukopenia and thrombocytopenia. Other Precautions: - Avoid alcohol, as it may increase gastric acid production and worsen side effects. - Use with caution in drivers or operators of machinery, as it may cause dizziness. Side Effects: Common (≤0.1%): Nausea, diarrhea, constipation, abdominal pain, rash, pruritus, dizziness. Other Reported Effects: Altered taste, menstrual disorders, edema, increased BUN. Pregnancy and Lactation: Pregnancy: Use only if benefits outweigh risks. Safety not established. Lactation: Breastfeeding should be interrupted during therapy, as rebamipide is excreted in breast milk (based on animal studies). Storage: Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C. Keep in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. Packaging: Box of 20 tablets (2 blisters of 10 tablets each).