Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone
About
Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), stomach ulcers, and bloating. The abdomen is usually protected from acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, due to excess acid production, the mucous layer gets eroded, which leads to complications like acidity and heartburn. Bloating occurs when the abdomen is filled with gas or air.
Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone contains Aluminium hydroxide, Magnesium hydroxide, Oxethazaine, and Simethicone. Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Oxethazaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Together, Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone provides relief from acidity.
You are advised to take Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as constipation and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone as it could lead to increased acidity. Talk to your doctor if your condition does not improve despite taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone for 2 weeks. Inform your doctor regarding other prescription, non-prescription and herbal medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Uses of Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone
Medicinal Benefits
Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone is a combination of four drugs: Aluminium hydroxide (antacid), magnesium hydroxide (antacid), oxethazaine (local anaesthetic), and simethicone (anti-foaming agent). Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), bloating, and stomach ulcers. Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Oxethazaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Together, Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone provides relief from acidity.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone if you are allergic to any of its components, if you are debilitated (very weak); if you have severe stomach pain, partially or fully blocked bowel. Inform your doctor if you have low phosphate levels, high magnesium levels, kidney or liver problems, if you are on a low-phosphate diet or if you are taking antibiotics such as doxycycline, oxytetracycline, levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin. Avoid taking foods and drinks containing citrates along with Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone as it might lead to increased serum levels of aluminium which can be harmful. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone as it could lead to increased acidity.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone may have interaction with pain killers (aspirin), antibiotics (doxycycline, oxytetracycline, levofloxacin, ciprofloxacin), anti-asthma (albuterol, ipratropium), anti-diabetic (glipizide), and vitamins (ascorbic acid, ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid taking citrates along with Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone as it might lead to increased serum levels of aluminium.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have constipation, inflammatory bowel disease, intestinal obstruction disorder, or renal dysfunction.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you are pregnant. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone; your doctor will decide whether Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone if you have kidney problems or any concerns regarding this.
Children
unsafeAluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone should not be given to children as the safety and effectiveness were not 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 increasing 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.
- Practise 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 5 minutes every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
The stomach is usually protected from 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 (oesophagus). 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. Bloating occurs when the abdomen is filled with gas or air. Flatulence occurs when gas collects inside the digestive system.
FAQs
Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone contains aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, oxethazaine, and simethicone. Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Oxethazaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Together, Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone provides relief from acidity.
Do not take Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone for 1-2weeks.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you have severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
Avoid lying down immediately after meals to prevent acidity. Raise the head of the bed 10-20cm by putting on a pillow so that the head and chest are above the waist. This prevents acid reflux.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone.
Avoid taking foods and drinks containing citrates along with Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+oxethazaine+simethicone as it might lead to increased serum levels of aluminium which can be harmful.
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