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Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + Simethicone Pharmacology
Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + Simethicone
About Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AMechanism of Action of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/APharmacokinets of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AOnset of Action for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/ADuration of Action for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AHalf Life of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/ASide Effects of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AContra-indications of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/ASpecial Precautions while taking Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AInteractions for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/ATypical Dosage for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/ASchedule of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AStorage Requirements for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AEffects of Missed Dosage of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AEffects of Overdose of Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + SimethiconeN/AMagaldrate
About MagaldrateChemical complex of aluminum and magnesium hydroxides, Antacid.Mechanism of Action of MagaldrateThis neutralizes the gastric acid and increases the gastric pH. This reduces the direct acid irritant effect. It also enhances mucosal barrier integrity and improves gastroesophageal sphincter tone.Pharmacokinets of MagaldrateAbsorption- Moderately absorbed after oral administration. Distribution- It is distributed through locally. Excretion- Excreted through feces and a small amount through breast milk.Onset of Action for Magaldrate20minutesDuration of Action for Magaldrate20 to 180 minutesHalf Life of MagaldrateN/ASide Effects of Magaldrate1. Constipation
2. Diarrhea
3. Increased urine pH
4. Decreased serum potassium levels
5. Increased serum calcium levels
Contra-indications of Magaldrate1. Hypersensitivity to the drug or any ingredients of it
2. Renal impairment or diseases
3. Hypophosphatemia
Special Precautions while taking Magaldrate1.Take this medicine between meals and at bedtime.
2.Shake the oral liquid well before each use.
3.Chew the chewable tablet before swallowing.
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationUse with cautionIndications for Magaldrate1. Peptic ulcer
2. Gastritis
3. Reflux oesophagitis
4. Gastric hyperacidity
Interactions for MagaldrateN/ATypical Dosage for MagaldrateOral-
Adults-
Suspension: 5 to 10 ml between meals and at bedtime with water
Schedule of MagaldrateN/AStorage Requirements for MagaldrateStore at room temperature (15 - 25 degree C). Keep out of reach of children.Effects of Missed Dosage of MagaldrateTake 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 MagaldrateGive symptomatic and supportive treatment.About N/AMechanism of Action of N/APharmacokinets of N/AOnset of Action for N/ADuration of Action for N/AHalf Life of N/ASide Effects of N/AContra-indications of N/ASpecial Precautions while taking N/APregnancy Related InformationN/AOld Age Related InformationN/ABreast Feeding Related InformationN/AChildren Related InformationN/AIndications for N/AInteractions for N/ATypical Dosage for N/ASchedule of N/AStorage Requirements for N/AEffects of Missed Dosage of N/AEffects of Overdose of N/ASimethicone
About SimethiconeOral anti-foaming agent, Silicones, Antiflatulent.Mechanism of Action of SimethiconeThis anti-gas (anti-flatulence) medication acts in the stomach and intestines to change the surface tension of gas bubbles, enabling smaller bubbles to join together into bigger bubbles. It results elimination of gas more easily by belching or passing flatus.Pharmacokinets of SimethiconeExcretion- Excreted through feces.Onset of Action for SimethiconeN/ADuration of Action for SimethiconeN/AHalf Life of SimethiconeN/ASide Effects of Simethicone1. Bloating
2. Constipation
3. Diarrhea
4. Gas
5. Heartburn
Contra-indications of Simethicone1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Liver disease
3. Kidney disease
4. Serious illness
Special Precautions while taking Simethicone1.Swallow the tablets and capsules with a full glass of water.
2.Chew the chewable tablets thoroughly before swallowing.
3.Shake the drops well before using them.
4.To make administration easier, the drops can be mixed with 30 ml (2 tablespoons) of water or another liquid.
Pregnancy Related InformationUse with cautionOld Age Related InformationUse with cautionBreast Feeding Related InformationUse with cautionChildren Related InformationUse with cautionIndications for Simethicone1. Abdominal pain which is due to excessive gas in the digestive tract
2. Before gastroscopy or radiography of the bowel
Interactions for SimethiconeN/ATypical Dosage for SimethiconeOral-
Adults and teenagers-
60 -125mg four times a day, after meals and at bedtime. Not more than 500 mg should be taken in twenty-four hours.
Chewable tablets:
Adults and teenagers-
40 -125 mg four times a day, after meals and at bedtime or 150 mg three times a day, after meals. Not more than 500 mg should be taken in twenty-four hours.
Suspension:
Adults and teenagers-
40 -95 mg four times a day, after meals and at bedtime. Not more than 500 mg should be taken in twenty-four hours.
Schedule of SimethiconeN/AStorage Requirements for SimethiconeStored at room temperature (15-30?C) away from moisture and heat.Effects of Missed Dosage of SimethiconeTake 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 SimethiconeGive symptomatic and supportive treatment.Home Delivery for Magaldrate + Oxethazaine + Simethicone in Your City
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