Maalox plus suspension 180 ml
Sanofi Egypt
Sanofi Egypt
Tradename
Maalox plus
Maalox Plus
Compound
Each 5 ml suspension contains
magnesium hydroxide 200 mg, aluminum hydroxide 225 mg
simethicone 25 mg
Auxiliary components
Domiphene bromide, methylcellulose, microcrystalline cellulose, croscarmellose sodium, hydroxypropylcellulose, sodium saccharin, liquid sorbitol, hydrogen peroxide 30%, lemon flavor, purified water.
Properties
Combined remedy, the action of which is due to its constituent components; It has an antacid, adsorbing, enveloping and carminative effect. Reduces gas formation in the intestines. The laxative effect of magnesium hydroxide balances the effect of aluminum hydroxide, which has the opposite effect on intestinal motility. Neutralizes free hydrochloric acid in the stomach, reduces the activity of gastric juice.
Simethicone has a destructive effect on gas bubbles in the intestines.
Indications
Symptomatic therapy
– dyspepsia (dyspepsia syndrome is defined as a feeling of pain or discomfort in the stomach, heaviness, fullness, early satiety, nausea).
– heartburn
– sour belching
flatulence (bloating, increased gas formation in the intestines)
Dosage and administration
Take inside.
Adults
5-10 ml 20 minutes before or after meals (or as needed). No more than 6 doses per day. The course of treatment should not exceed 2-3 months.
Children under 5 years of age
The maximum dose is 5 ml.
Contraindications
– patients with severe malnutrition and patients with renal insufficiency.
– hypersensitivity to any of the components of the drug.
Precautionary measures
Aluminum hydroxide can cause constipation. An overdose of magnesium salts can also lead to decreased intestinal motility. High doses of this drug may cause or worsen symptoms of bowel obstruction in people who are predisposed, such as the elderly or those with kidney problems.
Side effects
Uncommon: diarrhea, constipation.
Frequency not known (cannot be estimated from the available data):
hypersensitivity reactions (itching, urticaria, angioedema, anaphylactic reactions), hypermagnesemia, hyperaluminemia, hypophosphatemia (with prolonged use of high doses or conventional doses in patients on a low phosphate diet), which can lead to increased bone resorption, hypercalciuria and osteomalacia.
Storage method
Store at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees.
Package
The cardboard box holds a 180 ml bottle, paper instructions.