Warning: guide is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and expertise & judgment of your pharmacist. it must not be construed to indicate that use of the med is safe or effective for you. Consult you're healthcare professional before using this drug.

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 : Masanti, Masanti Antacid, Masanti Double Strength, Masanti Ii

Masanti Double Strength Usage: this is an antacid that works in stomach to neutralize and reduce acid. Antacids are used to treat an upset stomach caused by heartburn, acid indigestion, or sour stomach; to treat peptic ulcer, hiatal hernia or other conditions caused by an excess of stomach acid; & to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.

How to use Masanti Double Strength: Take this medication as prescribed. Taking too much an antacid can reverse the effects & more acid will be secreted. in certain conditions, however, it 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 full glass of water. Shake liquid forms well before pouring each dose. do not take any other drug within 1 to two hours of taking an antacid. since antacids coat the stomach, they can prevent another drugs from being absorbed properly if taken at the same time.

Masanti Double Strength side effects: this medication can cause nausea, loss about appetite, constipation or diarrhea, weakness, or headache. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify you're doctor. Notify your doctor if you notice black, tarry stools while taking this drug. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your healthcare professional or pharmacist.

Masanti Double Strength Precautions: Tell some your healthcare professional youre medical history, especially about: kidney problems.

Masanti Double Strength medication interactions: Tell your healthcare professional of all prescription & nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of: tetracycline, ferrous sulfate (iron), drugs used for arthritis (e.g., aspirin, indomethacin), digoxin, isoniazid, pseudoephedrine, diazepam, methenamine, ketoconazole. do not start or stop any medicine with-out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

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

Masanti Double Strength special notes: Refrigerating the liquid antacids may improve the taste. do not freeze. If you dislike taste of one antacid, talk to your physician or pharmacist about switching to similar product. the liquid antacid forms work faster & are more effective than another forms. However, chewable tablets may be more convenient.

If you missed Masanti Double Strength dose: If you miss dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if Its almost clock for the next dose, instead, skip missed dose & resume youre usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Masanti Double Strength Storage: Store tablets, capsules and powdered forms at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture & sunlight. don't store in the bathroom. do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.

Active Ingredients : Aluminum W Magnesium Hydroxide