Alkagex
Generic Name
Aluminium Hydroxide, Magnesium Hydroxide and Simethicone
Packs Price
- Sysp(073430): 120 ml: 29.75: 35.00
Company
Baxter
Therapeutic Group
Antacid
Indication Dosage
Hyperacidity, Distension, Flatulence, Heartburn, Dyspepsia, Hiatus, Peptic Ulcer.
- Adults: 1-2 Tsp Between meals and at bedtime.
- Children 5-12 yrs: Half Adult Dose.
- Above 12yr: Same As Adult Dose.
Content
- Liquid:(200mg/200mg/20mg)/5mL,(400mg/400mg/40mg)/5mL
- Suspension:(225mg/200mg/25mg)/5mL
- Tablet, chewable: 200mg/200mg/25mg (Gelusil)
Pregnancy
Use with caution if the benefits outweigh the risk during pregnancy
Stability
- Antacid and Antigas Medicine
Contra Indications
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation
Precautions
- Hypersensitivity to any component of the formulation
Lactation
- Excretion in milk is unknown
Side Effects
- black/tarry stools,
- mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion, deep sleep)
- pain with urination
- stomach/abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Rebound hyperacidity
- Chalky taste
- Constipation (this could lead to hemorrhoids or bowel obstruction)
- Fecal impaction
- Stomach cramps