Plantacid Capsule: Uses, Ingredients, Dose, Side Effects

Plantacid Capsule is a proprietary Ayurvedic medicine manufactured by Solumiks Herbaceuticals Limited. It is an effective and safe herbo-mineral formulation for the management of acid-peptic disorders.

Benefits of Plantacid Capsule

Neutralizes excessive acid.
Relieves heartburn and epigastric discomfort.
Promotes healing of gastric mucosa.
Offers quick symptomatic relief.

Indications

Hyperacidity
Heartburn
Reflux esophagitis
Acid peptic disorders.

Dosage

2 capsules thrice a day,
or as directed by the physician.

How long to use?
This product can be used for a period of 2 – 3 months of time, based on your doctor’s advice. 

With western medicines
Seek your doctor’s advice if you are taking this product along with other western (allopathic/modern) medicines. Some Ayurvedic herbs can interact with modern medicine.
If both Ayurvedic and allopathic medicines are advised together, then it is best to take allopathic medicine first, wait for 30 minutes and then, after a gap of 15 – 30 minutes, take Ayurvedic medicine

Can this be used while taking Homeopathic medicine?
Yes. This product does not react with homeopathic medicine.

With supplements like multivitamin tablets, Omega 3 fatty acids etc?
Yes. Generally, this product goes well with most of the dietary supplements. However, if you are taking more than one product per day, please consult your doctor for an opinion.

Ingredients

Each capsule contains extracts of –
Yastimadhu – Licorice – Glycyrrhiza glabra – 100 mg
Shatavari – Asparagus racemosus – 100 mg – Because of its bitter principles and coolant properties, it is very useful in treating gastritis.
Amalaki – Gooseberry – Emblica officinalis – 100 mg
Bringaraja – False daisy – Eclipta alba – 100 mg – Useful in indigestion, relieves Ama.
Mandukaparni – Centella asiatica – 100 mg – It improves digestion power.
Usheera – Vetiveria zizanioides – 25 mg – Digestive and relieves burning sensation, as in gastritis, neuropathy, burning sensation in eyes etc.
Jatamamsi – Spikenard – Nardostachys jatamansi – 25 mg
Shankha bhasma – Conch shell Calx – 100 mg – It is used in Ayurvedic treatment of gastritis, abdominal pain, malabsorption syndrome etc.
Pravala pisti – Coral Calx – 50 mg
Guduchi satva – Giloy – Tinospora cordifolia – 50 mg – Improves digestion power and relieves Ama – indigestion.

Side effects of Plantacid Capsule

There are no known side effects with this medicine.
However, it is best to use this medicine under medical supervision.
Store in a cool dry place, away from sunlight.
Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Seek your doctor’s advice for its usage during pregnancy.
This product can be safely used during lactation period and in children for a limited period of few weeks time.

Package, Manufacturer, Shelf life

Presentation & Package: Blister pack of 10*10 capsules.

Manufactured By:  Solumiks Herbaceuticals Limited

Shelf life: 3 years from the date of manufacturing.

Please consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
This article is written by Dr. Janardhana V Hebbar BAMS, MD (Ayu), PGDPSM, Managing Director, Easy Ayurveda Hospital.
It is reviewed by Dr. Shilpa Ramdas BAMS, MD (Ayu), Chief Ayurvedic Physician, Easy Ayurveda Hospital

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