Magnesium trisilicate and aluminium hydroxide tablet

Gaviscon Tablet Generic name: Aluminum Hydroxide and Magnesium Trisilicate [ a-LOO-mi-num-hye-DROKS-ide-& mag-NEE-zhum-trye-SIL-i-kate] Brand name: Gaviscon Tablet Drug class: • • • • • • Uses of Gaviscon Tablet: • It is used to treat • It may be given to you for other reasons. Talk with the doctor. What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Gaviscon Tablet? • If you have an allergy to aluminum, magnesium, or any other part of • If you are allergic to Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate); any part of Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate); or any other drugs, foods, or substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had. • If you have a stomach or bowel ulcer. • If you have trouble swallowing. This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate). Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, What are some things I need to know or do while I take Gaviscon Tablet? • Tell all of your health care providers that you take Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists. • If you are on a low-salt diet (Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate) has salt), talk with your doctor. • If you are on a low-magnesium diet, talk with your doctor. • Do not take Gaviscon Tablet (aluminum hydroxi...

Antacids are medicines that neutralize acid in the stomach. They contain ingredients such as aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium bicarbonate which act as bases (alkalis) to counteract stomach acid and make its pH is a measure of the concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution and this determines how acidic or how alkaline that solution is. The scale ranges from 1 to 14, where below 7 is acidic, 7 is neutral, and above 7 is alkaline. Normal gastric acid pH is in the range 1.5-3.5. What are antacids used for? Antacids are used to relieve the symptoms of Some antacids are also used for completely unrelated medical conditions, for example: • Aluminum antacids: lower elevated blood phosphate levels and prevent the formation of • Calcium carbonate antacids: treat calcium deficiency • Magnesium oxide antacids: treat magnesium deficiency. What are the differences between antacids? The two main differences between antacids is the ingredients they contain and their formulation. The different ingredients - aluminum, calcium, magnesium, or sodium bicarbonate – all have differences in how long they take to start working, how long they keep working for, what other medications they may interact with, and who they are suitable for. Antacids are available as liquids or tablets. Some products combine several antacid ingredients together or include alginates. Alginates are gum-like substances that float on top of the stomach contents, forming a raft that acts like a barrier. These may p...

4.2 Posology and method of administration Route of administration: Oral ADULTS, ELDERLY AND CHILDREN OVER 14 YEARS: One to two tablets three times daily, one hour after meals and at bedtime or as required. CHILDREN 10 TO 14 YEARS: One tablet three times daily. CHILDREN UNDER 10 YEARS: Not recommended. If symptoms persist for longer than 7 days, consult your doctor. 4.4 Special warnings and precautions for use If renal function is impaired, hypermagnesaemia may result. Symptoms of hypermagnesaemia may include flushing of the skin, thirst, hypotension due to peripheral vasodilatation, drowsiness, confusion, loss of tendon reflexes due to neuromuscular blockade, muscle weakness, respiratory depression, cardiac arrhythmias, coma and cardiac arrest. If symptoms persist for longer than 7 days, consult your doctor. Patients with rare hereditary problems of fructose or galactose intolerance, the LAPP lactase deficiency, glucose-galactose malabsorption or sucrase-isomaltase insufficiency should not take this medicine. 4.5 Interaction with other medicinal products and other forms of interaction Concurrent administration of antacids reduces the absorption of ciprofloxacin, pivampicillin, rifampicin, most tetracyclines, itraconazole, ketoconazole, chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, phenothiazines, phenytoin, oral iron, penicillamine and diflunisal. Concurrent use of antacids reduces the effectiveness of the ulcer healing drug sucralfate. Concurrent use of antacids increases the excretio...

Learn more Pharmacodynamics Magnesium trisilicate works by increasing the pH of gastric juice via a neutralisation reaction. It also precipitates colloidal silica, which can coat gastrointestinal mucosa conferring further protection. Mechanism of action The gelatinous silicon dioxide, formed by the reaction of magnesium trisilicate with gastric contents is said to protect ulcerated mucosal surfaces and favor healing. Absorption The hydrated silicon dioxide formed in the stomach and passes into the intestinal track where, silica can be partly absorbed. Volume of distribution The hydrated silicon dioxide formed in the stomach and passes into the intestinal track. Protein binding 33% Metabolism Not Available Route of elimination Excreted in the urine. Half-life 16-20 hours Clearance Maximum magnesium clearance is directly proportional to creatinine clearance. Adverse Effects Abacavir may decrease the excretion rate of Magnesium trisilicate which could result in a higher serum level. Aceclofenac may decrease the excretion rate of Magnesium trisilicate which could result in a higher serum level. Acemetacin may decrease the excretion rate of Magnesium trisilicate which could result in a higher serum level. Magnesium trisilicate can cause a decrease in the absorption of Acetaminophen resulting in a reduced serum concentration and potentially a decrease in efficacy. The risk or severity of dehydration can be increased when Acetazolamide is combined with Magnesium trisilicate. Magn...

Side Effects What are the side effects of Aluminum Hydroxide And Magnesium Trisilicate (Oral)? Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Common side effects may include diarrhea. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Interactions What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Aluminum Hydroxide And Magnesium Trisilicate (Oral)? Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you take other medicines regularly. Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines you take by mouth.

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