Magaldrate – Generic Drug Info

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Magaldrate

Antacids, Anti-dyspeptic/Carminatives

Generic drug information & available brands

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This medicine is an antacid that reduces stomach acid. It is used to relieve symptoms like heartburn, indigestion, and an upset stomach. It is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy and while breastfeeding after consulting a doctor.

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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Available Brands

6 found

Brand	Strength	Type	৳
Acidrox M Syntho Laboratories Ltd.	400 mg	Chewable Tablet	1.00
Magacil Opsonin Pharma Ltd.	400 mg/5 ml	Oral Suspension	-
Magadrate Plus Aexim Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	400 mg/5 ml	Oral Suspension	-
Magaplus Kemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	400 mg/5 ml	Oral Suspension	-
Marlox Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.	400 mg	Chewable Tablet	1.00
Oxecone-M ACME Laboratories Ltd.	400 mg/5 ml	Oral Suspension	-

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