Medicine Overview
Adult Dose
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Indication: Dyspepsia, Abdominal Bloating Age: Adult |
Dose: Oral Liquid – 10-20 mL Frequency: every 4 to 6 hours Note: taken by mouth 1 hour before or 3 hours after meals |
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Indication: Dyspepsia, Abdominal Bloating Age: Adult |
Dose: Chewable Tablet – 2-4 tablets Frequency: every 4 to 6 hours Note: not to exceed 12 tablets per 24 hours |
Child Dose
| Clinical Information | Administration Information |
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Indication: Heartburn, sour stomach, acid indigestion, and symptoms of gas Age: 12 years and older |
Dose: Oral – 30 mL Frequency: One to two times daily Note: Maximum Dose: 60 mL in 24 hours |
Administration
- Take on empty stomach
- Take with water
Side Effect
- Chalky taste
- Constipation
- Fecal impaction
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Rebound hyperacidity
- Aluminum intoxication
- Hypophosphatemia
- Milk-alkali syndrome
- Osteomalacia
- Diarrhea
- Hypermagnesemia
- Loose stools
Drug Interaction
Drug Interaction
| Drug Name | Risk Factors |
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Citrates, Ascorbic acid
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Enhanced absorption with Aluminium Hydroxide
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Allopurinol, Tetracyclines, Quinolones, Cephalosporins (Cephalothin, Cefazolin, Cefadroxil, Cefuroxime, Ceftriaxone, Cefotaxime), Biphosphonate derivatives, Corticosteroids (Prednisone, Prednisolone, Methylprednisolone, Dexamethasone, Hydrocortisone), Other drugs*
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Decreases absorption of these medications
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Disease Interaction
Disease Interaction
| Disease Name | Risk Factors |
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No specific contraindications listed
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Monitor for general reactions
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Pregnancy
Pregnancy
Lactation
Special Use
Precaution
Overdose
Pharmacology
Storage
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Data Sources
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