Biocid MH (175 mg+225 mg)/5 ml (Oral Suspension)

200 ml bottle: ৳ 32.42

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Aluminium hydroxide magnesium hydroxide
Company	Biopharma limited
Also available as	Biocid 250 mg chewable tablet

Indications

Hyperacidity
Peptic ulcer
Gastritis
Heartburn
Sour stomach
Dyspepsia

Composition

Aluminium Hydroxide Gel BP (Al2O3 47%, minimum): 250 mg
Magnesium Hydroxide BP: 400 mg
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 non-systemic antacids, excellent efficacy and palatability, no acid rebound, constipating or cathartic effects, high neutralizing power, slow but sustained acid neutralization, adsorbent property, protecting coating over the ulcer surface, facilitates healing, protects sensitive mucosa

Dosage & Administration

Tablet: Two tablets 1-3 hours after meal and at bedtime or as directed by physician
Suspension: 2 teaspoons 1-3 hours after meal and at bedtime or as directed by physician

Interaction

Inhibits absorption of drugs such as Azithromycin, cefpodoxime, ciprofloxacin, isoniazid, rifampicin, norfloxacin, ofloxacin, pivampicillin, tetracyclines, Gabapentin, phenytoin, Itraconazole, ketoconazole, Chloroquine, hydroxychloroquine, and Phenothiazines

Contraindications

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

Side Effects

Long term use results in alkaluria, predisposing to nephrolithiasis by forming precipitation of calcium phosphate

Pregnancy & Lactation

Advised to avoid in the first trimester of pregnancy

Precautions & Warnings

Reduces absorption of tetracycline when given concomitantly, should not be used concomitantly