Magacil
Generic: Magaldrate
Daily Dose:
Course Duration:
Alternatives (3)Cheaper & Alternative Brands (400 mg/5 ml)
Same active generic (Magaldrate), same form (Oral Suspension), exact same strength (400 mg/5 ml)
Clinical Prescribing Information
Medical monograph and safety information for healthcare professionals & patients.Indications & Clinical Uses
Acidrox M is indicated to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia, heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, gastroesophageal reflux, hiatal hernia and flatulence. It is also prescribed in hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcers, gastritis and esophagitis. Acidrox M may be given to children if necessary.
Dosage & Administration
Mild gastric disorders, gastritis
: 1-2 tablets / 1-2 teaspoonful, 1-2 hours after meal or at bed time or when required.
Duodenal ulcers, gastric ulcers, reflux oesophagitis
: 2-4 tablets / 2-4 teaspoonful, 1-2 hours after meal or at bed time or when required.
Children
: Half of the adult dose.
Contraindications
Magaldrate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to magnesium and aluminium. It is also contraindicated in patients with impaired renal function
Side Effects & Adverse Reactions
Constipation and diarrhea may occur.
Pharmacology & Mechanism of Action
Magaldrate is a hydroxymagnesium aluminate complex that is converted rapidly in gastric acid to Mg(OH)
2
and Al(OH)
3
, which are absorbed poorly and thus provide a sustained antacid effect