Avoid milk, calcium, iron, or antacids
Do not take with milk, calcium, iron, magnesium, or antacids if separation is recommended.
Leaflet ALMAGEL A oral suspension
- Product code:
- W01470001
- Quantity:
- 1
- Indicated for:
- gastroesophageal reflux; acid dyspepsia
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- magnesium hydroxide + aluminum hydroxide + benzocaine (mineral antacids + local anesthetic)
- ATC
- A02AD01 — Alimentary tract and metabolism | Antacids | Combinations and complexes of aluminium, calcium and magnesium compounds
Precautions:
The combination of magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, and benzocaine is used for the symptomatic treatment of heartburn and gastric discomfort. Magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide neutralize stomach acid, while benzocaine provides local anesthetic effects, reducing pain.
The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor or the product leaflet, usually after meals or as needed.
Side effects may include constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or allergic reactions. In rare cases, prolonged use may lead to electrolyte imbalances.
This combination is not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment or hypersensitivity to any of the components.
The medication is taken orally, as directed by a doctor or the product leaflet, usually after meals or as needed.
Side effects may include constipation, diarrhea, nausea, or allergic reactions. In rare cases, prolonged use may lead to electrolyte imbalances.
This combination is not recommended for patients with severe renal impairment or hypersensitivity to any of the components.
General data about ALMAGEL A
- Substance:
- magnesium hydroxide + aluminum hydroxide + benzocaine
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-07-2013
- Product code:
- W01470001
- Pharmaceutical form:
- oral suspension
- Quantity:
- 1
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- OTC — Over the Counter = medicine that does not require a medical prescription.