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

Therapeutic Class

Antacids

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C, away from light and moisture, keep out of reach of children

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