Marlox Plus 480 mg+20 mg (Chewable Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 3.00 (10 x 10: ৳ 300.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 30.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Magaldrate simethicone |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Relief of symptoms of dyspepsia
- Relief of heartburn
- Relief of acid indigestion
- Relief of sour stomach
- Relief of gastroesophageal reflux
- Relief of hiatal hernia
- Treatment of hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcers
- Treatment of hyperacidity associated with gastritis
- Treatment of hyperacidity associated with esophagitis
- Relief of flatulence
- Relief of abdominal distension
- Relief of windy colic
Pharmacology
- Combination of magaldrate and simethicone
- Magaldrate neutralizes gastric acid
- Magaldrate decreases the activity of pepsin in gastric secretion
- Simethicone enables gas bubbles to coalesce
Dosage & Administration
- Dosage for chewable tablets: 1-4 tablets
- Dosage for chewable tablets: 20 to 60 minutes after meals and at bedtime
- Dosage for suspension: 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 ml)
- Dosage for suspension: 20 to 60 minutes after meals and at bedtime
Interaction
- Contraindicated in patients taking any form of Tetracycline
- May cause reduced bioavailability or slower absorption of drugs including propranolol, isoniazid, prednisolone, and naproxen
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to magnesium and aluminium
- Contraindicated in patients with impaired renal functions
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal side-effects are uncommon
- Occasional side effects include diarrhea, constipation, or regurgitation
Pregnancy & Lactation
- May be used in pregnancy if indicated
- Excessive dosage should be avoided during pregnancy
- May pass into breast milk but has not been reported to cause problems in nursing babies
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution in decreased kidney function
- Caution in hypophosphatemia
- Caution in weak individuals
Overdose Effects
- Overdosage with this formulation is rare
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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