What is Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium carbonate?
Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium carbonate are anantacids that can reduce stomach acid.The combination of magnesium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide is a combination medication that treats heartburn, acid indigestion, stomach sourness, or an upset stomach.The magnesium carbonate and the aluminium hydroxide could also be used to accomplish reasons not mentioned in this guide to medication.
Side ffects of Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium carbonate
See a doctor immediately. If you are experiencing symptoms that indicate an allergic reaction, such as symptoms of hives, difficulty breathing, or swelling of your lips, face, and tongue,Common side effects include diarrhoea.This isn't a complete list of all the side effects. Other side effects could occur. Consult your physician to seek medical advice on adverse effects. You may report any adverse reactions to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Follow all the instructions on your prescription label and the package. Inform your health care providers about your medical issues, allergies, and any other medications you take.
Prior to use this drug
Consult a physician or pharmacist about whether magnesium carbonate is safe to use in the following situations:
- If you suffer from a peptic ulcer, you have a peptic ulcer.
- You are following a low-salt diet.
Talk to your doctor prior to taking this medicine if you are nursing or pregnant.
How to take Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium carbonate?
Follow the directions on the label or as recommended by your physician.Make sure to shake off the oral suspension (liquid) before you determine a dose. Utilise the dosing syringe that comes with a dosage measuring device (not an ordinary spoon).You should chew the tablet thoroughly before you take it in. Drink approximately 4 inches of water or another liquid.Don't take more than 16 chewable tablets in 24 hours.Don't take more than 8 tablespoons of "regular strength" liquid or 16 teaspoons of "extra strength" liquid in 24 hours.Consult your physician if your symptoms don't improve or if you suffer from acid indigestion that occurs more than two times a week.Take this medication for longer than two weeks unless your doctor instructs you to.Keep it at room temperature, free of heat and moisture.
Details on dosage
Usual Adult Dose for Dyspepsia:
ORAL SUSPENSION:
Aluminium hydroxide 95 mg, magnesium carbonate 358 mg/mL, 15–30 mg orally up to four times per day, following meals and at night when needed, or according to the directions.
Maximum dose: 120 mL/day
Aluminium hydroxide 254 mg; magnesium carbonate 237.5 mg/5 mL; 10–20 mg orally up to four times per day, after meals and before bed, according to the need or according to the directions.
Maximum dose: 80 mL/day
TABLETS:
Magnesium carbonate 160 mg 105 mg 2-to-4 tablets taken orally up to 4 times per day, after meals and before bedtime, if needed or according to the directions
Maximum dose: 16 tablets per day.
Time therapy: up to 2 weeks
Note: Patients are advised to refrain from taking tablets whole.
Uses:
Relief from acid indigestion, heartburn, or a sour stomach
Relief from stomach upsets due to acid indigestion, heartburn, or a stomach that is sour
Usual Paediatric Dose for Dyspepsia:
Age 12 and over:
ORAL SUSPENSION:
Aluminium hydroxide 95 mg, magnesium carbonate 358 mg/15mL, 15–30 millilitres orally up to 4 times per day, following meals and before bed when needed, or according to the directions.
Maximum dose: 120 mL/day
Aluminium hydroxide 254 mg, magnesium carbonate 237.5 mg/mL, 10–20 millilitres orally, up to four times per day, after meals and before bedtime, according to the need or according to the directions.
Maximum dose: 80 mL/day
Uses:
Relief from acid indigestion, heartburn, or stomach sourness
Relief from stomach upsets caused by acid indigestion, heartburn, or a sour stomach
What happens if I miss the dose?
Because magnesium hydroxide and aluminium carbonate are used in times of need, it is possible that you are not following a regular dosing regimen. Don't miss any doses missed when it's getting close to the next dose. Do not take two doses in one go.
What happens if I overdose?
Get medical attention in an emergency or contact the Poison Help Line toll-free at 1-800-222-1222.
What should be avoided?
Consult a physician or pharmacist before you take magnesium carbonate or aluminium hydroxide, in the event that you are taking other medications frequently. Magnesium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide could make it more difficult for your body to process any other medications that you take orally.
Interaction with other drugs
Other medications may interact with magnesium carbonate and aluminium hydroxide in a variety of ways, including prescription and ver-the-counter medicine, vitamins, and herbal remedies. Inform your physician about your current medications as well as any medications you are about to start or stop taking.
