P Mag Antacid Suspension Each 7 ml of oral solution contains: Aluminium Hydroxide Dried Gel 300 mg, Magnesium Hydroxide 300 mg, Simethicone 80 mg

Indication

Helps to reduce symptoms related with gastric hyperacidity, stomach upset, nausea, flatulence, heartburn, gastric and duodenal ulcer, and gastritis.

Ingredients

• Aluminium Hydroxide Dried Gel
• Magnesium Hydroxide
• Simethicone

Direction

Adults: 1-2 sachets, 3-4 times a day. Children (6-12 years old): 1 sachet, 3-4 times a day. Shake before use. Take immediately once symptoms occur and repeat 30-60 minutes before or after meals and before bedtime.

Side effects

• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting

Precautions

• Do not use for patients with serious kidney failures which may cause hypermagnesia.
• Not recommended for treatment more than 2 weeks
• unless recommended by physician
• which may cause dependence of gastric function.
• Antacids are known to inhibit the absorption of Tetracycline
• Cimetidine
• etc. So 1
• 2 hours gap should be applied between taking Antacids and the drug.
• Not recommended for children under 6 years old.
• Not suitable for patients with low phosphorus diet for long term use
• since antacid lowers phosphorus level in blood.
• Should not be used in patients who are severely debilitated or suffering from renal insufficiency
• or if there is severe abdominal pain and/or the possibility of bowel obstruction and hyperacidity.