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এই ওষুধটি একটি অ্যান্টাসিড যা পাকস্থলীর অ্যাসিড কমায়। এটি বুক জ্বালাপোড়া, বদহজম এবং পেট খারাপের মতো সমস্যা থেকে মুক্তি দিতে ব্যবহৃত হয়। ডাক্তারের পরামর্শে গর্ভাবস্থায় এবং স্তন্যদানকালে এটি সাধারণত নিরাপদ হিসেবে বিবেচিত হয়।
Indications
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.
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
Dosage & Administration
Important: Do not take any medication without a doctor's prescription. Self-medication can be dangerous.
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.
Contraindications
Magaldrate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to magnesium and aluminium. It is also contraindicated in patients with impaired renal function
Side Effects
Constipation and diarrhea may occur.
Pregnancy & 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.
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