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Aluminum w/magnesium hydroxide - oral

(uh-lew-mih-num with mag-nee-zee-um hi-drox-ide)

common brand names: Di-Gel, Gaviscon, Gelusil, Maalox, Mylanta, Wingel

Simular Drugs : Maldroxal, Maldroxal Antacid, Maldroxal Antacid Anti Gas, Maldroxal PLUS

Maldroxal PLUS Usage: it is an antacid that works in the stomach to neutralize & reduce acid. Antacids used to treat an upset stomach caused by heartburn, acid indigestion, or sour stomach; to treat peptic ulcer, hiatal hernia or another conditions caused by an excess of stomach acid; & to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.

How to use Maldroxal PLUS: Take this medication as prescribed. Taking too much an antacid can reverse effects and more acid will be secreted. in certain conditions, however, this may be necessary to take the antacid as frequently as every 1 to two hours. To be effective, chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing followed by a full glass about water. Shake liquid forms well before pouring each dose. do not take any other pill within 1 to 2 hours about taking an antacid. since antacids coat stomach, they can prevent other drugs from being absorbed properly if taken at the same clock.

Maldroxal PLUS side effects: it medication can cause nausea, loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea, weakness, or headache. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your healthcare professional. Notify your pharmacist if you notice black, tarry stools while taking it medication. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your physician or doctor.

Maldroxal PLUS Precautions: Tell youre healthcare professional your medical history, especially of: kidney problems.

Maldroxal PLUS drug interactions: Tell you're pharmacist of all prescription & nonprescription pills you may use, especially of: tetracycline, ferrous sulfate (iron), pills used since arthritis (e.g., aspirin, indomethacin), digoxin, isoniazid, pseudoephedrine, diazepam, methenamine, ketoconazole. do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or physician approval.

Maldroxal PLUS Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, fatigue, weakness, severe nausea & vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, or loss of consciousness.

Maldroxal PLUS special notes: Refrigerating liquid antacids may improve the taste. do not freeze. If you dislike the taste of one antacid, talk to you're healthcare professional or doctor of switching to a similar product. the liquid antacid forms work faster & are more effective than the other forms. However, chewable pills may be more convenient.

If you missed Maldroxal PLUS dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if Its almost time for next dose, instead, skip missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' the dose to catch up.

Maldroxal PLUS Storage: Store pills, capsules & powdered forms in room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 & 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. do not store in bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms about this medication.

Active Ingredients : Aluminum W Magnesium Hydroxide