Gastid (Orange Flavor) (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml (Oral Suspension)

200 ml bottle: ৳ 110.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Magaldrate simethicone
Company	Eskayef pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Gastid 480 mg chewable tablet Gastid m mango flavor 480 mg suspension Gastid s strawberry flavor 480 mg suspension

Indications

Relief of dyspepsia symptoms
Relief of heartburn
Treatment for acid indigestion
Relief of sour stomach
Management of gastroesophageal reflux
Treatment for hiatal hernia
Hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcers
Management of gastritis
Management of esophagitis
Relief of flatulence
Treatment of abdominal distension
Management of windy colic

Pharmacology

Combination of magaldrate and simethicone
Magaldrate (magnesium aluminium compound)
Neutralizes gastric acid quickly
Decreases activity of pepsin in gastric secretion
Simethicone enables gas bubbles to coalesce

Dosage & Administration

1-4 chewable tablets after meals and at bedtime
2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 ml) of suspension after meals and at bedtime

Interaction

Not to be used with Tetracycline
May reduce bio-availability or slower absorption of certain drugs

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to magnesium and aluminium
Impaired renal function

Side Effects

Uncommon gastrointestinal side-effects
Possible diarrhea, constipation, or regurgitation with excessive consumption

Pregnancy & Lactation

Use in pregnancy if indicated
Avoid excessive dosage
May pass into breast milk but not reported to cause problems in nursing babies

Precautions & Warnings

Care needed in decreased kidney function
Care needed in hypophosphataemia
Care needed for weak individuals

Overdose Effects

Rare case of overdose with this formulation

Therapeutic Class

Antacids
Anti-dyspeptic
Carminatives

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature
Keep away from light and moisture
Keep out of the reach of children

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