Acedone-Z 250 mg+400 mg (Chewable Tablet)

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Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Aluminium hydroxide magnesium hydroxide
Company	Zenith pharmaceuticals ltd
Also available as	Acedone z 175 mg suspension

Indications

Hyperacidity
Peptic ulcer
Gastritis
Heartburn
Sour stomach
Dyspepsia

Composition

Tablet: Dried Aluminium Hydroxide Gel BP (Al2O3 47%, minimum): 250 mg, Magnesium Hydroxide BP: 400 mg
5 ml Suspension: Aluminium Oxide (Equivalent amount of Aluminium Hydroxide Gel USP): 175 mg, Magnesium Hydroxide (Equivalent amount of Magnesium Hydroxide Paste USP): 225 mg

Pharmacology

Well-balanced combination of essential non-systemic antacids, no acid rebound, constipating or cathartic effects, high neutralizing power, slow but sustained acid neutralizing property, adsorbent property, forms a protecting coating over the ulcer surface

Dosage & Administration

Tablet: Two tablets 1-3 hours after meal and at bed time or as directed by the physician
Suspension: 2 tea spoonful 1-3 hours after meal and at bed time or as directed by the physician

Interaction

Inhibits the absorption of certain drugs like Azithromycin, cefpodoxime, ciprofloxacin, isoniazid, rifampicin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, pivampicillin, tetracyclines, Gabapentin, phenytoin, Itraconazole, ketoconazole, Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, Phenothiazines

Contraindications

Hypophosphataemia
Alkalosis
Hypermagnesaemia
Abdominal distention due to partial or complete intestinal obstruction

Side Effects

Long term use may result in alkaluria which may predispose to nephrolithiasis

Pregnancy & Lactation

Avoid in the first trimester of pregnancy

Precautions & Warnings

Reduce the absorption of tetracycline when given concomitantly, should not be used concomitantly

Therapeutic Class

Antacids

Storage Conditions

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