Q. How does Misoclear Tablet work? A. Reduced prostaglandin levels lead to peptic ulcers. Misoclear Tablet works by mimicking the action of natural prostaglandins. Misoclear Tablet binds to stomach receptors and stimulate the production of protective mucus and mucus coats the damaged lining area of stomach and intestine and reduces stomach acid production.
Q. Can I take Misoclear Tablet during pregnancy? A. No, pregnant women or woman trying to conceive are recommended to avoid taking Misoclear Tablet because Misoclear Tablet may cause miscarriage, premature birth or birth defects. Pregnant women who have taken Misoclear Tablet during the first trimester has three-fold increased risk of birth defects such as limb defects, facial paralysis, cerebral and cranial abnormalities. Men and women are advised to use effective contraception while using Misoclear Tablet.
Q. Does Misoclear Tablet cause diarrhoea? A. Yes Misoclear Tablet is known to cause diarrhoea because Misoclear Tablet contains castor oil. Ricinoleic acid (fatty acid) of castor oil binds to smoothen muscle receptors of intestinal walls and cause loosen stools and increases bowel movements which thereby leads to diarrhoea and upset stomach.
Q. Can I take Misoclear Tablet with magnesium-containing antacids (used to treat stomach acidity)? A. No, you are recommended to not to take Misoclear Tablet with magnesium-containing antacids because Misoclear Tablet with magnesium-containing antacids may increase the risk of diarrhoea and worsen existing diarrhoea, which is a one of the common side effects of Misoclear Tablet.
Q. Does Misoclear Tablet prevent peptic ulcers? A. Yes, Misoclear Tablet prevents non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) induced peptic ulcers. NSAIDs reduces the gut protective prostaglandins production and cause peptic ulcers. So, Misoclear Tablet helps in preventing peptic ulcers in people who are taking NSAIDs for long-term to treat conditions like arthritis.
