Scus Tablet is used to treat conditions related to excessive stomach acid production, such as gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), peptic ulcer disease, and Zollinger-Ellison syndrome. It reduces the amount of acid produced in the stomach and provides relief from symptoms and promotes healing.
Scus Tablet can also be used to prevent stomach ulcers caused by certain medications, such as nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). Take it in the exact dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken on an empty stomach, preferably in the morning or at least 1 hour before a meal. Continue taking the medicine even if your symptoms disappear until the doctor says it is okay to stop. If you are taking this medicine for a long time, your doctor may carry out regular tests to check your levels of magnesium which can fall with this medicine.
Ordinary side effects include headache, constipation or diarrhea, stomach pain, and nausea. These tend to be mild but talk to your doctor if they bother you or do not go away. The risk of side effects may increase the longer you take this medicine. You may be more likely to have a broken bone if you take it for a long time. It is best to avoid foods that seem to make your symptoms worse, such as rich, spicy, and fatty foods. Cutting down on caffeinated drinks, such as tea, coffee, and cola, as well as alcohol may also help.
Scus Tablet may not be suitable for some people. Earlier taking this medicine, you need to tell your doctor if you have severe liver problems, are taking medicines for HIV, have had an allergic reaction to similar medicines in the past, or have osteoporosis. Alcohol does not interfere with the way Scus Tablet works; however, drinking alcohol makes your stomach produce more acid than normal. This medicine can make you feel dizzy, or sleepy, or affect your vision. If this happens, do not drive, cycle, or use machinery or tools until you feel better. This medicine is not usually recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Scus Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Scus
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
Abdominal pain
Flatulence
Headache
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Scus Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Scus Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Scus Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Scus Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Scus Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Scus Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
FAQs:
What is the best time to take Scus Tablet?
Usually, Scus Tablet is taken once a day, first thing in the morning. If you take Scus Tablet twice a day, take 1 dose in the morning and 1 dose in the evening. The tablets should be swallowed whole (remember not be chewed or crushed) and taken at least 1 hour before a meal with some water.
Can I take antacids along with Scus Tablet?
Affirmative, you can take antacids along with Scus Tablet. Take it 2 hours before or after you take Scus Tablet.
Can I take Scus Tablet with domperidone?
Affirmative, Scus Tablet can be safely taken with domperidone as no harmful effects have been reported clinically. A fixed-dose combination of these two medicines is also available. Domperidone works by increasing the gut motility and Scus Tablet decreases the acid production in the stomach. So, this combination is very effective in the treatment of reflux esophagitis associated with acidity, heartburn, intestinal and stomach ulcers.
Can I take Scus Tablet for a long term?
Scus Tablet is usually prescribed for short term use only. However, if need arises, such as for treating peptic ulcer disease and Zollinger Ellison syndrome (ZES), Scus Tablet may be prescribed for a long term duration as well. Long term use may carry an increased risk for side effects and must be discussed with the doctor. Please use Scus Tablet as advised by your doctor and under their supervision.
Can I stop taking Scus Tablet if I feel better?
If you have been taking Scus Tablet for a long time, stopping it abruptly may lead to increased acid production, thereby worsening your symptoms. Therefore, you must discuss any dose changes or if you wish to come off Scus Tablet.
Can Scus Tablet cause weight gain?
Weight gain is reported in less than 1% of the patients taking Scus Tablet but the exact cause is unknown. One possible explanation is higher food intake once the reflux symptoms are relieved. Lifestyle modifications such as proper diet and exercise can help to prevent weight gain.
Is Scus Tablet safe to use?
Affirmative, Scus Tablet is relatively safe to use. Most of the people who take Scus Tablet do not get a side effect. It is advised to be taken as directed by the doctor for maximum benefit.
What are the long term side effects of Scus Tablet?
If Scus Tablet is used for more than 3 months, certain long term side effects may be seen. The most important of these is low magnesium levels in your blood which may make you feel tired, confused, dizzy, shaky or dizzy. You may also have muscle twitches or irregular heartbeat. If the use is further prolonged for more than a year, you may have an increased risk of bone fractures, stomach infections and vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can make you anemic, as a result of which you may feel more tired, weak, or pale. Increaseitionally you may have palpitations, shortness of breath, lightheadedness, indigestion, loss of appetite, flatulence (gas) or nerve problems such as numbness, tingling and problem in walking.
Can I take Scus Tablet with ranitidine?
Affirmative, Scus Tablet can be taken with ranitidine. According to research reports, there are no significant interactions seen between Scus Tablet and ranitidine. However, you must take them together only if prescribed by the doctor.
Can I take alcohol with Scus Tablet?
No, alcohol intake is not advised with Scus Tablet. Alcohol itself does not affect the working of Scus Tablet, but it can increase the acid production. This may further cause worsening of your symptoms
Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)
Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H
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