Lafumac 10mg Tablet is an antacid. It reduces the amount of acid produced by your stomach. It is used to treat and prevent heartburn, indigestion and other symptoms caused by too much acid in the stomach. It is also used to treat and prevent stomach ulcers, reflux disease and some other rare conditions. Lafumac 10mg Tablet is also commonly prescribed to prevent stomach ulcers or heartburn caused due to the use of painkillers. It must be swallowed whole with water before or after a meal. The medicine must be taken in dose and duration as advised by the doctor. This medicine should relieve indigestion and heartburn within a few hours. If the symptoms persist or get worse even after 14 days of treatment, you should consult your doctor immediately. It is not recommended to take this medicine in severe stomach disease. You can help the medicine work better by eating smaller meals more often and avoiding spicy or oily foods. Most people who take it do not have any side effects but the most common side effects include fatigue, drowsiness, headache, increased liver enzymes, constipation, increased uric acid level in the blood, diarrhea, muscle pain, and protein in the urine. If you do get a side effect, These side effects are usually mild and go away when you stop taking this medicine or as you adjust to it. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or do not go away. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you. Also, tell your doctor if you are taking other medications. This medicine is usually considered safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding if it has been prescribed by a doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol as this can increase the amount of acid in your stomach and make your symptoms worse.

• Drowsiness
• Headache
• Increased liver enzymes
• Constipation
• Increased uric acid level in blood
• Diarrhea
• Muscle pain
• Protein in urine

If you miss a dose of Lafumac 10mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. Can I take Lafumac 10mg Tablet on an empty stomach??
  Ans: Lafumac 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. It can be taken once daily before bedtime or twice daily in the morning and before bedtime, as recommended.
• Q. Q. How long does it take for Lafumac 10mg Tablet to start working??
  Ans: If you take Lafumac 10mg Tablet orally, the effect usually begins within one hour. The maximum effect is generally reached within one to three hours of taking it. However, it depends upon the dose. The action of the medicine lasts for about 10 to 12 hours.
• Q. Q. What is the difference between Lafumac 10mg Tablet and Omeprazole??
  Ans: Lafumac 10mg Tablet and Omeprazole belong to different group of medicines. While Lafumac 10mg Tablet belongs to histamine H2 antagonists group, Omeprazole belongs to proton pump inhibitors group. Both these medicines work by reducing the amount of acid made by the stomach to relieve the symptoms and allow healing.
• Q. Q. Can I take alcohol with Lafumac 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Alcohol does not interfere with the working of Lafumac 10mg Tablet. But, you should avoid taking alcohol as it will further damage the stomach, delaying your recovery.
• Q. Q. What are the serious side effects of Lafumac 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Lafumac 10mg Tablet may have some serious side effects but these are rare. These side effects may include hives, skin rash, itching, hoarseness and difficulty in breathing or swallowing. Another serious symptom may be swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands, feet, ankles, or lower legs. Inform your doctor in case you notice any of the mentioned symptoms.
• Q. Q. What are the dos and don’ts while taking Lafumac 10mg Tablet??
  Ans: Avoid taking aspirin and other painkillers used to treat arthritis, period pain or headache. These medicines may irritate the stomach and make your condition worse. Contact your doctor who may suggest other medicines. Avoid coffee, tea, cocoa and cola drinks because these contain ingredients that may irritate your stomach. Eat smaller, more frequent meals. Eat slowly and chew your food carefully. Try not to rush at meal times. You should stop or cut down on smoking.
• Q. Q. Is Lafumac 10mg Tablet safe for long-term use??
  Ans: There is limited data available on whether Lafumac 10mg Tablet can be used for a long term or not, but it is a relatively safe medicine. You should take it for the duration advised by your doctor. Do not take over-the-counter Lafumac 10mg Tablet for longer than 2 weeks unless advised by your doctor.

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