Description:

Anaesthetic Antacid Suspension Blockacid-O 200ml is a combined antacid and local anaesthetic oral suspension used for rapid symptomatic relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, acid reflux, dyspepsia, gastritis, and associated gastric pain or discomfort. The “anaesthetic” component (oxetacaine) provides a local numbing/soothing effect on the oesophageal and gastric mucosa to quickly reduce burning pain, while the antacid neutralizes excess stomach acid and offers protective coating. It is a popular OTC product in Ghana (Accra) pharmacies for short-term relief of acid-related upper gastrointestinal symptoms.

Prescription:

Over-the-counter (OTC) in Ghana for short-term adult use. No prescription required; freely available in pharmacies. Consult a doctor or pharmacist if symptoms persist beyond 7–14 days, recur frequently, include vomiting blood/black stools, severe pain, unexplained weight loss, or for use in children, pregnancy, or with other medications.

Therapeutic Category:

Antacid + Local Anaesthetic Combination (Acid neutralizer with mucosal anaesthetic for symptomatic relief of acid peptic disorders.

Active Ingredients/Composition: Per 10 ml (standard adult dose; typical formulation):

• Aluminium hydroxide gel – 830 mg (neutralizes acid and provides protective coating).
• Magnesium hydroxide – 185 mg (neutralizes acid; counteracts constipation from aluminium).
• Oxetacaine (oxethazaine) – 10 mg (local anaesthetic; numbs mucosal pain receptors). Other ingredients: Purified water, sorbitol/sucrose (sweetener), flavouring (e.g., mint/orange), preservatives, thickeners (e.g., xanthan gum), and pH adjusters. The suspension is white to off-white, smooth, and mint-flavoured.

Vitamins: None.

Minerals: Yes – Aluminium (from aluminium hydroxide) and magnesium (from magnesium hydroxide); act as antacids, not nutritional mineral supplements.

Variant:

• Blockacid-O Anaesthetic Antacid Suspension 200ml (standard combination with oxetacaine). Related variants: Blockacid (plain antacid without anaesthetic), Blockacid-O in larger bottles (e.g., 300ml), or other anaesthetic antacid brands. The “O” typically denotes oxetacaine addition.

Consume Type:

Oral – Suspension (liquid; shake well before each dose; measured with spoon or cup).

Directions/Usage: Shake bottle well.

• Adults: Typically 10–20 ml (2–4 teaspoonfuls) 1–3 times daily (after meals and at bedtime or as needed for symptoms).
• Children: Lower dose (consult doctor/pharmacist; often not recommended under 12 years).
• Take after meals or when symptoms occur.
• Do not exceed recommended dose or use continuously longer than 2 weeks without medical advice.
• Drink water if needed; avoid taking other medications within 2 hours (may affect absorption).

Common Side Effects: Common (mild):

• Constipation (from aluminium hydroxide).
• Diarrhoea or loose stools (from magnesium hydroxide).
• Chalky taste or mild mouth/throat numbness (from oxetacaine – normal and temporary). Rare: Allergic reactions (rash), electrolyte imbalance with prolonged high-dose use (e.g., hypermagnesemia in kidney impairment).

Package Type:

 Plastic bottle of 200ml (amber or clear with screw cap and measuring spoon/cup; labelled carton with patient info and dosing instructions).

Storage Advice: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (below 25–30°C), away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep tightly closed. Do not freeze. Out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Consult doctor before long-term use if you have kidney disease (risk of aluminium/magnesium accumulation), severe constipation, or are on other medications (antacids may reduce absorption of antibiotics, thyroid hormones, etc.).
• Not for use in high-dose/prolonged periods without monitoring (risk of phosphate depletion or rebound acidity).
• If symptoms include vomiting blood, black stools, unexplained weight loss, or persist/worsen, seek immediate medical attention (may indicate serious condition like ulcer, GERD, or malignancy).
• Avoid concurrent use with certain drugs (e.g., tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones – take 2 hours apart).
• Keep out of reach of children; excessive use may cause laxative effects or electrolyte issues.

Product Substitutes: Similar anaesthetic antacid suspensions in Ghana (often 200ml):

• Relcer Gel / Suspension (aluminium + magnesium + oxetacaine).
• Mucaine Gel / Suspension (oxetacaine + antacids).
• Gaviscon Advance (alginate-based with anaesthetic effect in some formulations).
• Other local brands like Anaesthetic Antacid or Antacid-O. Consult pharmacist in Accra (e.g., Scab Pharmacy, Country Medical Pharmacy) for closest match.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Varies by exact branding (often local Ghanaian or Indian manufacturers for “Blockacid-O” or similar anaesthetic antacid products). Marketed/distributed in Ghana by pharmacies or importers (commonly stocked at outlets like Scab Pharmacy, Meldinpharma).

Country of Origin:

Ghana or India (many anaesthetic antacid suspensions like Blockacid-O are locally produced in Ghana or imported from India; widely available as local or imported product).