Maalox Multi Symptom Antacid & Antigas Chewable Tablets 400mg/N40 Chewable Sugar-Free Tablets

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This medication can cause nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or headache. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor. Here's everything you need to know about Maalox plus, including how it works, who shouldn't use it and the potential side effects: Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine. Use of magnesium hydroxide with penicallamine, bisphosphates, ketoconazole, quinolones or tetracycline can decrease the absorption of these drugs. Maalox plus έχουν ζάχαρη, γι' αυτό διαβητικοί ασθενείς θα πρέπει να είναι προσεκτικοί με τη λήψη τους. Ακόμα, άτομα με έντονη δυσκοιλιότητα (ιδιαίτερα ηλικιωμένοι), και άτομα που δεν πρέπει να καταναλώνουν αλάτι ή να το καταναλώνουν σε περιορισμένη ποσότητα, επίσης πρέπει να προσέχουν. Με ποιες ουσίες και φάρμακα μπορεί να αλληλεπιδράσει το Maalox plus;

Maalox plus: uses, dosage and side effects - NetDoctor

If you have any of the following health problems, consult your doctor or pharmacist before using this product: frequent alcohol use, dehydration/fluid restriction, kidney problems (including kidney stones). If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.Some may find certain Maalox medications, such as Maalox Multi-Action, to be a successful anti- diarrhea treatment due to the aluminum hydroxide content, which in normal situations has a tendency to result in constipation. Maalox may also be used to treat nausea and stomach cramps associated with dyspepsia, diarrhea, or constipation. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, get medical help right away if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over should take one to two 5ml spoonfuls four times a day, 20 minutes to one hour after meals and at bedtime, as needed to relieve symptoms. Calcium carbonate can decrease the absorption of other drugs. Some examples of affected drugs include tetracycline antibiotics (such as doxycycline, minocycline), bisphosphonates (such as alendronate), estramustine, iron, levothyroxine, pazopanib, strontium, quinolone antibiotics (such as ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), among others. Separate your doses of these medications as far as possible from your doses of calcium carbonate. Ask your doctor or pharmacist about how long you should wait between doses and for help finding a dosing schedule that will work with all your medications.

MAALOX PLUS TABLETS - patient leaflet, side effects, dosage

Maalox plus suspension and tablets both contain three active ingredients, aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and simeticone. Drug interactions may change how your medications work or increase your risk for serious side effects. This document does not contain all possible drug interactions. Keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/nonprescription drugs and herbal products) and share it with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not start, stop, or change the dosage of any medicines without your doctor's approval. If your symptoms don't go away or get worse despite taking this medicine you should consult your doctor or pharmacist. Some products that may interact with this drug are: digoxin, cellulose sodium phosphate, certain phosphate binders (such as calcium acetate). Nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or headache may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.a b "Novartis can't get past foul-ups at consumer plant; recalls 4.4 million bottles of Maalox". 29 August 2013 . Retrieved 15 April 2014.