Acidrox M 400 mg

Acidrox M 400 mg | INDICATIONS AND USES

Magaldrate is indicated to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia, heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, gastroesophageal reflux, hiatal hernia and flatulence. It is also prescribed in hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcers, gastritis and esophagitis. Magaldrate may be given to children if necessary.

Acidrox M 400 mg | PHARMACOLOGY

Magaldrate is a hydroxymagnesium aluminate complex that is converted rapidly in gastric acid to Mg(OH)2 and Al(OH)3, which are absorbed poorly and thus provide a sustained antacid effect

Acidrox M 400 mg | DOSAGE & ADMINISTRATION

Mild gastric disorders, gastritis: 1-2 tablets / 1-2 teaspoonful, 1-2 hours after meal or at bed time or when required.Duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, reflux oesophagitis: 2-4 tablets / 2-4 teaspoonful, 1-2 hours after meal or at bed time or when required.Children: Half of the adult dose.

Acidrox M 400 mg | SIDE EFFECTS

Constipation and diarrhea may occur.

Acidrox M 400 mg | USE DURING PREGNANCY AND LACTATION

Magaldrate may be used in pregnancy if indicated however one should avoid excessive dosage. Magaldrate may pass into breast milk but has not been reported to cause problem in nursing babies.

Acidrox M 400 mg | THERAPEUTIC CLASS

Antacids, Anti-dyspeptic/Carminatives