SIMAGLEN- How it can help you and how you can help it work most effectively?

Cimetidine 400mg

INDICATIONS-PEPTICLCER

Peptic ulcer the name given to ulcers occurring in the stomach or duodenum. Although we do not know the exact cause of gastric or gastric or duodenal ulcer, medical science has concluded that add plays an important part in their formation, and in the symptoms that they produce. There is always-a certain amount of hydrochloric acid in the stomach. It is needed for the break-down and digestion of food. However, too much acid can be a major contributing factor in the development of peptic ulcer In someone with an ulcer, it is acid which is thought to be the main cause of the most common ulcer symptom-pain. Once this was realized, researchers set about finding medications which would neutralize or reduce the acid com of this, By neutralizing the acid for a short time, drugs reduce to some extent the amount of acid produce^ and others may work by covering the ulcer with a protective coat.

ACTIONS

l   Simaglen1,the medication your doctor has prescribed, is a completely new type of drug. It is what is known as an histamine H2-receptor antagonist. This simply means that by acting on ceils in the stomach wall, it can reduce acid output by far more than has been possible with other drugs.

l   Becase 'Simaglen1 is more effective at reducing acid output, it is also more effective in reducing symptoms, particularly pain. As you take your course of 'Simaglen1 you will probably find that the pain and discomfort you may be experiencing lessens or disappears. If you're taking antacids, you may also find that you need less of them,

l   Because of its action 'Simaglen1 can also be used to treat Zollinger-Ellison syndrome, gastroesphageal reflux disease and the esophageal ulceration associated.

SIDE EFFECTS

One of the qualities the has made Simaglen1 such an advance is its safety and lack of side-effects. Unwanted effects such as dry mouth are very uncommon with 'Simaglen' and reactions that do occur are usually mild and pass off as your continue the course. Nevertheless, you should discuss any unexpected reactions that occur with you doctor

DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Like all medication,'Simaglen' will only work properly if it is taken properly. Here are some guidelines.

l   'Simaglen1 is available in the following forms:

l   Tablets - Each tablet contains cimetidine 400mg.

l   The usual dose of 'Simaglen' is designed to keep the acid in your stomach at a low level for all of the day and night.

l   It is recommended that any day-time dose be taken with a meal as this prolongs the action of the drug. Taking 400mg at bedtime helps ensure a low level of acid throughout the night and a pain-free night's rest.

Note:

l   Treatment should be continued until you have taken a complete course of at least 4 weeks. You may well find that you feel very well after only a few days treatment. This does not mean that your ulcer is completely healed. It is important that you complete treatment to allow your ulcer adequate time to heal.

l   Sometimes after your ulcer has healed, your doctor may prescribe a reduced dose of 'Simaglenfor a further period. Many duodenal ulcers have a tendency to clear up for a short while and then to come back again. Your stomach produces acid continuously.

If you are prone to duodenal ulcers, add production may be duodenum during this period when they are most vulnerable, the usual recommended maintenance dose is 'Simaglen1400mg just before going to bed.

Antiacids:

l   Some patients find that antacids help relieve the discomfort for their ulcer. They can continue to use them as well as taking 'Simaglen1 if they wish to. Ater taking 'Simaglen1 for a few days, the discomfort will usually stop and antacids will no longer be needed.

l   If you have any further questions about your 'Simaglen' therapy, ask the person who knows best- your doctor

l   The chemical name for 'simaglen' is cimetidine. ^

STORAGE: Store at tempertrue not more than 30^

PACKINGS: 400mg tablets- Blister packaging of 30's.