Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide
About Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide belongs to the class of medications called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), and bloating. The stomach has a mucous layer that protects the stomach from acid. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity, gastritis, and heartburn.
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide contains Dicyclomine, Aluminium hydroxide, and Magnesium hydroxide. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic agent. It works by relaxing the muscles in the gut and stomach and reducing spasms, pain, and other symptoms. Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide are antacids and work by neutralizing excess stomach acid.
You should take this medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor. The common side-effects of Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide are dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, drowsiness, nervousness, and lack of energy. These side-effects are usually mild, don’t require medical attention, and mostly resolve after the discontinuation of the treatment. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
It is not recommended to take Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide if you are allergic to any contents of it. It should not be used in patients with myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), difficulty urination, blockage in the stomach or intestine, severe ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), unstable heart condition due to acute bleeding, and inflammation of the esophagus (food pipe). It is not recommended for use in children. It should be used with caution in pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers, and elderly people. Alcohol may increase the risk of side-effects. Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.
Uses of Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide
Medicinal Benefits
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide is used in the treatment of disorders associated with the stomach and intestine. It can be used to treat flatulence, hyperacidity, abdominal distension, gastric distress, indigestion, heartburn, inflammation, and bloating. It contains Dicyclomine, Aluminium hydroxide, and Magnesium hydroxide. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic agent. It works by relaxing the gut and stomach muscles and reducing spasms, pain, and other symptoms. Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide are antacids and work by neutralizing excess stomach acid.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Blurred vision
- Nausea
- Drowsiness
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nervousness
- Lack of energy
Drug Warnings
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases as it may worsen the condition. Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may cause heat prostration (overheating of the body), resulting in fever and heat stroke. In such cases, therapy is discontinued, and supportive measures are given. Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may lead to muscular weakness and paralysis when used in patients with myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness). Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may cause fatal side-effects when used in patients with incomplete intestinal obstruction, ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), and dysentery. Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in patients with an enlarged prostate as it may cause urination problems. Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with liver and kidney diseases. Long-term use or use of high doses may increase the risk of phosphate depletion and osteomalacia (soft and weak bones), especially in patients with low-phosphorous diets. Long-term use should be avoided in patients with kidney diseases as it may worsen the condition. Prolonged use may also mask the symptoms of serious illnesses such as ulcers and cancer.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may interact with a medicine used to treat heart disease (digoxin), antibiotics (tetracycline, cefpodoxime, and cefdinir), antitubercular agents (isoniazid and ethambutol), a medicine used to treat heart rhythm problems (quinidine), medicines used to lower blood pressure (atenolol and propranolol), antifungal agent (ketoconazole), steroid medicines, medicines used to treat glaucoma (latanoprost and travoprost), and anticholinergic agents (atropine, benztropine, and clidinium).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking citrate-containing foods and beverages along with Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide as it might lead to increased serum levels of aluminum. Avoid alcohol intake as it leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases, myasthenia gravis (a condition that causes muscle weakness), glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye), difficulty urination, blockage in the stomach or intestine, severe ulcerative colitis (inflammation of the colon), unstable heart condition due to acute bleeding, and inflammation of the esophagus (food pipe).
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAvoid consumption of alcohol as it may increase the risk of side-effects.
Pregnancy
cautionIt is not known whether Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide can harm the unborn baby when used in pregnant women. So, please consult your doctor for advice.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is not known whether Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide can harm the nursing baby when used in breastfeeding mothers. So, please consult your doctor for advice.
Driving
cautionAluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide may cause dizziness, so do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you are not fully alert.
Liver
cautionAluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.
Kidney
cautionAluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. The dose may have to be adjusted by the doctor as required.
Children
unsafeIt is not recommended for use in children as safety and efficacy have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Eat smaller meals more often.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increases acidity and heartburn.
- Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
- Avoid lying down after eating to prevent acid reflux.
- Avoid tight-fitting clothes as it might increase the pressure on the abdomen leading to acid reflux.
- Practice relaxation techniques and avoid stress by doing yoga or meditation.
- Avoid foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea, and soda.
- Avoid sitting continuously as it may trigger acidity. Take a break of 5minutes every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
The stomach is usually protected from the acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity. Due to this, acid frequently flows back into the food pipe (esophagus). This backflow (acid reflux) irritates the food pipe and causes heartburn. Symptoms include heartburn, sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing. Indigestion is the feeling of fullness. It occurs due to slow gastric emptying. Symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.
FAQs
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide contains Dicyclomine, Aluminium hydroxide, and Magnesium hydroxide. Dicyclomine is an antispasmodic and anticholinergic agent. It works by relaxing the muscles in the gut and stomach and reducing spasms, pain, and other symptoms. Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide are antacids and work by neutralizing excess stomach acid.
Do not take Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor as prolonged use may cause unwanted effects in some patients. So, talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide for a few days.
The common side-effects of Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide are dry mouth, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, constipation, diarrhea, drowsiness, nervousness, and lack of energy. These side-effects are usually mild, don’t require medical attention, and mostly resolve after the discontinuation of the treatment. However, if any of these side-effects persist or get worse, inform your doctor immediately.
Aluminium Hydroxide+dicyclomine+magnesium Hydroxide should be used with caution in elderly people as there is an increased risk of side-effects. The doctor may adjust the dose as required based on the health history.
Avoid lying down immediately after meals. Raise the head of the bed 10-20cm by putting a pillow so that the head and chest are above the waist level. These measures may help to prevent acid reflux.
