Indications:
● Heartburn
● Acid indigestion
● Upset stomach
● Bloating caused by gas
● Stomach discomfort
Mechanism:
Aluminium hydroxide is a basic inorganic salt that acts by neutralizing hydrochloric acid in gastric secretions. Aluminum hydroxide is slowly solubilized in the stomach and reacts with hydrochloric acid to form aluminum chloride and water. It also inhibits the action of pepsin by increasing the pH and via adsorption. Cytoprotective effects may occur through increases in bicarbonate ion (HCO3-) and prostaglandins.
Magnesium hydroxide suspension neutralizes gastric acid by reacting with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form magnesium chloride and water. It is practically insoluble in water and does not have any effect until it reacts with the hydrochloric acid in the stomach. There, it decreases the direct acid irritant effect and increases the pH in the stomach leading to inactivation of pepsin. Magnesium hydroxide enhances the integrity of the mucosal barrier of the stomach as well as improving the tone of both the gastric and esophageal sphincters.
Simethicone is an anti-gas (anti-flatulence) medication. It change the surface tension of gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines to enabling their breakdown. In this way it is believed that gas can be eliminated more easily by belching or passing flatus.
Side Effects:
The product is possible safe for most adults. There is no disadvantage associated with the product if taken under the recommended usage however diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting and headache ca occur in some patients.
Interactions:
This medicine can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines, especially certain antibiotics. Avoid taking any other medicine within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone.
Contraindications:
● Constipation
●Renal dysfunction
Precautions & Warnings:
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have:
● Kidney disease; or
● If you are on a low-magnesium diet.
Ask a doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Do not give this medicine to a child younger than 12 years old without medical advice.
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