Aluminium Hydroxide Pharmacology

Aluminium Hydroxide

About Aluminium Hydroxide
Antacid,Antidote,Protectant( Topical), In hyperacidity; hyperphosphatemia.
Mechanism of Action of Aluminium Hydroxide
It 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 Hydroxide
Absorption- Poorly absorbed.Excretion- Excreted through feces and breast milk
Onset of Action for Aluminium Hydroxide
N/A
Duration of Action for Aluminium Hydroxide
20 to 180minutes
Half Life of Aluminium Hydroxide
N/A
Side Effects of Aluminium Hydroxide
1. 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 Hydroxide
1. Hypersensitivity to the drug
2. Renal failure
3. Hypertension
4. Heart disease
5. Kidney disease
6. Gastrointestinal bleeding.
Special Precautions while taking Aluminium Hydroxide
1. Stomach problems
2. Allergies
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
May be used
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
May be used
Indications for Aluminium Hydroxide
1. Gastric hyperacidity
2. Ulcers
3. Digestive disorders
4. Hyperphosphatemia
5. Oesophagitis
6. Hiatal hernia
7. Gastritis
Interactions for Aluminium Hydroxide
N/A
Typical Dosage for Aluminium Hydroxide
Oral-
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 Hydroxide
N/A
Storage Requirements for Aluminium Hydroxide
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture. Refrigerate the suspension. Do not freeze.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Aluminium Hydroxide
Take 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 Hydroxide
Give symptomatic and supportive treatment

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