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Aluminium Hydroxide + Dimethicone Pharmacology
Aluminium Hydroxide + Dimethicone
About Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AMechanism of Action of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/APharmacokinets of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AOnset of Action for Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/ADuration of Action for Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AHalf Life of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/ASide Effects of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AContra-indications of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/APregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeDimethicone is added to an antacid as an antifoaming agent to relieve flatulence. It is also useful for the relief of hiccup.
1.Abdominal distension
2.Flatulence
Interactions for Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/ATypical Dosage for Aluminium Hydroxide + Dimethicone1 tablet to be chewed 3- 4 times daily before or after mealsSchedule of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AStorage Requirements for Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AEffects of Overdose of Aluminium Hydroxide + DimethiconeN/AAluminium Hydroxide
About Aluminium HydroxideAntacid,Antidote,Protectant( Topical), In hyperacidity; hyperphosphatemia.Mechanism of Action of Aluminium HydroxideIt neutralizes and reduces stomach acid relieving heartburn (acid reflux, GERD) and indigestion. This results increased pH and reduce the pepsin activity. It also binds to the phosphate in the gut and form a nonsoluble nonabsorbable aluminium phosphate complex.Pharmacokinets of Aluminium HydroxideAbsorption- Poorly absorbed.Excretion- Excreted through feces and breast milkOnset of Action for Aluminium HydroxideN/ADuration of Action for Aluminium Hydroxide20 to 180minutesHalf Life of Aluminium HydroxideN/ASide Effects of Aluminium Hydroxide1. Loss of appetite
2. Constipation
3. Hypophosphatemia
4. Osteomalacia
5. Confusion
6. Unusual tiredness or discomfort
7. Muscle weakness
8. Encephalopathy
Contra-indications of Aluminium Hydroxide1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Renal failure
3. Hypertension
4. Heart disease
5. Kidney disease
6. Gastrointestinal bleeding.
Special Precautions while taking Aluminium Hydroxide1. Stomach problems
2. Allergies
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationMay be usedBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationMay be usedIndications for Aluminium Hydroxide1. Gastric hyperacidity
2. Ulcers
3. Digestive disorders
4. Hyperphosphatemia
5. Oesophagitis
6. Hiatal hernia
7. Gastritis
Interactions for Aluminium HydroxideN/ATypical Dosage for Aluminium HydroxideOral-
Acidity and Hyperphosphatemia -
Adult-
500-1500mg tablet or capsule 1 hr after meals and at bed time
5 to 30 ml suspension1 hr after meals and at bed time as needed
Schedule of Aluminium HydroxideN/AStorage Requirements for Aluminium HydroxideStore it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. Refrigerate the suspension. Do not freeze.Effects of Missed Dosage of Aluminium HydroxideTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of Aluminium HydroxideGive symptomatic and supportive treatmentDimethicone
About DimethiconeOral anti -foaming agent, a flexible silicone polymer, Antiflatulent ,Antibloating agent.Mechanism of Action of DimethiconeActivated Dimethicone relieves flatulence by dispensing and preventing formation of mucus surrounding gas pockets in the gastro-intestinal tract. It lowers the surface tension of the gas bubbles and bringing together all the small bubbles of gas (coalesce) to form a large bubble, which is then expelled. Thus the gas is freed by belching or passing flatus.
Antiflatulents are added to an antacid gum coating to be effective antigas materials and eliminate trapped gas. The most common antigas material is Dimethicone and when mixed with silicone dioxide becomes Simethicone. Simethicone is also referred to as activated Dimethicone. Simethicone is the most common antigas material and may be the only drug approved antiflatulent.
As the antacid chewing tablet is chewed, the active antacid and antiflatulent in the gum coating is released into the saliva and ingested to give relief from gastrointestinal disturbances in the gastro-intestinal tract.
Besides its antigas effect, Simethicone used in a gum coating can also improve the smoothness of the coating. Activated Dimethicone helps to relieve pain and bloating caused by trapped wind.
Pharmacokinets of DimethiconeN/AOnset of Action for DimethiconeN/ADuration of Action for DimethiconeN/AHalf Life of DimethiconeN/ASide Effects of DimethiconeN/AContra-indications of DimethiconeHypersensitivity to Dimethicone activatedSpecial Precautions while taking DimethiconeKidney failurePregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Dimethicone1. Flatulent dyspepsia
2. Postoperative distension
3. Gastric Distention
4. Functional digestive disorders
5. Stomach pain
6. Burning
7. Nausea and excess gas (dyspepsia)
Interactions for DimethiconeN/ATypical Dosage for Dimethicone125 - 166 mg taken half an hour before food.
Dimethicone in a coated chewing gum: 5 mg - 200 mg per piece of coated gum.
With an antacid: 20 mg -50 mg of Dimethicone
Schedule of DimethiconeN/AStorage Requirements for DimethiconeStored at room temperature (15-30?C) away from moisture and heat.Effects of Missed Dosage of DimethiconeTake the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.Effects of Overdose of DimethiconeGive symptomatic and supportive treatment.Home Delivery for Aluminium Hydroxide + Dimethicone in Your City
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