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Pharmacology
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Indications
Antacid

Contraindications
 Alkalosis, hypermagnesemia, where distention may be due to partial or complete obstruction; not recommended for severely debilitated patients or those with impaired renal function.

Safety Information / Warning
Do not take more than 40mL during a 24hour period. Do not take for more than 2weeks or do not take if you suffer from kidney disease, except under your physician's advice. Antacids can interfere with the absorption of iron preparations and/or tetracyclines.

Precautions
Magnesium salts, in the presence of renal insufficiency may cause CNS depression. Aluminum hydroxide, in the presence of low phosphorus diets, may cause phosphorus deficiency. Aluminum salts tend to cause constipation. Do not administer concomitantly with tetracycline antibiotics or iron preparations.

Side Effects / Adverse Effects
Information not available

Overdose
Symptoms and Treatment:  Symptomatic.

Recommended Dosage
Adults: 5to 10mL 4times daily, 20to 60minutes after meals and at night or as directed by the physician.

Supplied / Packaging
Each 5mL of white, peppermint-flavored suspension with a milky appearance contains: aluminum hydroxide wet gel (equivalent to 494mg aluminum hydroxide) and magnesium hydroxide 300mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: alcohol (1%), flavor, guar gum, hydrogen peroxide, parabens and sorbitol. Energy: 20kJ (4.7kcal). Sodium: <1mmol (1mg)/5mL. Gluten-, sucrose- and tartrazine-free. Bottles of350 and 100mL Hospital Pack.