Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine
About
Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), and stomach upset. 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 and heartburn.
Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine contains dried aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, activated dimethicone, and oxetacaine. Dried aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Activated dimethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating the expulsion of gas through flatus or belching (burping). Oxetacaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
You are advised to take Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine 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, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, and tiredness. 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 the side effects persist or worsen.
Inform your doctor if you have low phosphate levels, high magnesium levels, kidney or liver problems; or if you are taking antibiotics such as doxycycline, oxytetracycline, levofloxacin, or ciprofloxacin. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol, as it could lead to increased acidity. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Uses of Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine
Medicinal Benefits
Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine belongs to a group of medicines called antacids used to treat acidity, heartburn, indigestion, gastritis (inflammation of the stomach), and stomach upset. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine is a combination of four drugs: Dried aluminium hydroxide (antacid), magnesium hydroxide (antacid), activated dimethicone (anti-flatulent) and oxetacaine (local anaesthetic). Dried aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide work by neutralising excess stomach acid. Activated dimethicone decreases the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). Oxetacaine exerts a numbing effect, relieving pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Thus, Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine helps provide relief from acidity-related issues.
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Side Effects of Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Loss of appetite
- Tiredness
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine if you are allergic to any of its contents, debilitated (very weak); if you have severe stomach pain, or 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. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine is not recommended for children as safety has not been established. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine as it could lead to increased acidity. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine may cause dizziness and drowsiness; do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine may interact 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 Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine as it might increase 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 Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine. 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 if you are breastfeeding; your doctor will decide whether Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionDried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.
Liver
cautionConsult your doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionConsult your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
unsafeDried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine is not recommended for 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 brisk walking or stretching.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Acidity: 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, a sour or bitter taste in the mouth, and difficulty swallowing.
Indigestion: Indigestion is the feeling of fullness. It occurs due to slow gastric emptying. Symptoms include stomach pain, bloating, heartburn, nausea, and vomiting.
Gastritis: It is the inflammation of the stomach lining. Symptoms include nausea, vomiting, and upper stomach pain.
FAQs
Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine works by neutralising excess stomach acid. It also provides relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach by providing a numbing effect. Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine relieves gas by facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping).
Do not take Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor. Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine for 12-14 days.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine. Drink lots of fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. If you find blood in stools (tarry stools) or if you experience 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.
Do not stop taking Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine on your own. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Dried Aluminium Hydroxide+magnesium Hydroxide+activated Dimethicone+oxetacaine.
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