Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone
About
Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone belongs to a group of medicines called 'antacids and antiulcerants' used to treat acidity, heartburn, gas, and stomach ulcers. 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 and heartburn. Bloating occurs when the abdomen is filled with gas or air.
Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone contains Magaldrate (antacid), Simethicone (anti-flatulent), and Benzocaine (local anaesthetic). Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone lowers the surface tension of gas bubbles, facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Benzocaine exerts a numbing effect, relieving pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Together, Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone provides comfort from acidity, gas and ulcers.
Take Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone with or without food. In some cases, Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone may cause common side-effects such as constipation, diarrhoea, and stomach upset. 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.
Avoid taking aluminium and magnesium-containing antacids with Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone as it could lead to constipation and intestinal obstruction, whereas magnesium-containing antacids might cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Avoid consuming alcohol with Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone as it could lead to increased acidity. Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone should not be given to children unless precribed by the doctor.
Uses of Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone
Medicinal Benefits
Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone belongs to a group of medicines called antacids and antiulcerants used to treat acidity, heartburn, gas, and stomach ulcers. Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone is a combination of three drugs: Magaldrate (antacid), Simethicone (anti-flatulent), and Benzocaine (local anaesthetic). Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone is a mixture of silica gel and dimethicone. It is also known as activated dimethicone. Simethicone works by lowering the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Benzocaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach. Together, Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone provides comfort from acidity, gas, and ulcers.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
- Stomach upset
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have a history of appendicitis, blockage of the bowel, rectal bleeding, kidney problems, low-magnesium diet, or if you have undergone recent bowel surgery. Avoid taking aluminium and magnesium-containing antacids with Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone. Aluminium-containing antacids and Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone could lead to constipation and intestinal obstruction, whereas magnesium-containing antacids might cause diarrhoea. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone may interact with anti-hypertensive (ramipril), hormone (levothyroxine), anti-convulsant (phenytoin), and antacids (aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have constipation, diarrhoea, or renal dysfunction.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone. Alcohol intake leads to increased production of stomach acid, thereby increasing acidity and heartburn.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor before taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone if you are pregnant. The doctor will prescribe Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone if he/she thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone, your doctor will decide whether Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone can be taken by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionIt is not known if Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
cautionConsult your doctor before taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
cautionMagaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone should not be given to children unless prescribed by the doctor.
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.
- Avoid lying down immediately after eating to prevent acid backflow.
- Avoid tight-fitting clothes as it might increase the pressure on the abdomen leading to acid reflux.
- Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
- 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 5 minutes every hour by doing brisk walking or stretching.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Acidity: 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 (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. Bloating occurs when the abdomen is filled with gas or air.
Gas/Bloating: Flatulence occurs when gas collects inside the digestive system leading to cramps and bloating with stomach tightness.
Gastric ulcers: These are sores that develop on the stomach and intestine lining due to erosion of the protective stomach lining. Symptoms include nausea, appetite changes, bloody or dark stools, unexplained weight loss, vomiting, and indigestion.
FAQs
Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone contains Magaldrate, Simethicone, and Benzocaine. Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone works by lowering 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. Benzocaine exerts a numbing effect, thereby providing relief from pain due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone for 14 days. Do not take Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone for longer durations unless prescribed by the doctor.
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of Magaldrate+benzocaine+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 experience severe diarrhoea, consult your doctor. Do not take anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Talk to your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone.
Avoid lying down immediately after meals to prevent acidity. Raise the head of the bed 10-20cm by putting a pillow so that the head and chest are above the waist. This prevents acid reflux.
Avoid taking aluminium and magnesium-containing antacids with Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone. Aluminium-containing antacids, along with Magaldrate+benzocaine+simethicone could lead to constipation and intestinal obstruction, whereas magnesium-containing antacids might cause diarrhoea.
