Oxetacaine

Local anaesthetic (stomach)
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Oxetacaine is a local anaesthetic (stomach) found in 1 medicine sold in India, such as Mucaine Gel. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Numbs the food pipe and stomach lining to ease the pain of acidity and ulcers; combined with antacids.

How it works

A local anaesthetic added to antacid gels to numb the stomach lining and ease ulcer and gastritis pain.

How to take it

Take the gel 15 minutes before meals and at bedtime, for short periods.

Common side effects

  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Constipation

Get medical help straight away if

  • Symptoms last more than 2 weeks
  • Black stools
  • Vomiting blood

Be careful

For short-term use; not for children.

Other medicines and interactions

Antacids in the same product reduce absorption of other medicines; separate by 2 hours.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Combination medicines that contain Oxetacaine (1)

Mucaine Gel

Common questions

What is Oxetacaine used for?

Numbs the food pipe and stomach lining to ease the pain of acidity and ulcers; combined with antacids.

How does Oxetacaine work?

A local anaesthetic added to antacid gels to numb the stomach lining and ease ulcer and gastritis pain.

How should I take Oxetacaine?

Take the gel 15 minutes before meals and at bedtime, for short periods.

What are the side effects of Oxetacaine?

Common: Dizziness, drowsiness, constipation. Get help straight away for: Symptoms last more than 2 weeks, black stools, vomiting blood.

Does Oxetacaine interact with other medicines?

Antacids in the same product reduce absorption of other medicines; separate by 2 hours.

Is Oxetacaine safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Not recommended in pregnancy or while breastfeeding.

Does Oxetacaine need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Oxetacaine?

Mucaine Gel.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.