Magaldrate is used in the treatment of Duodenal Ulcer, Dyspepsia, Gastroesophageal Reflux.
It is also used to treat Heartburn, Hernia, Hiatal Stomach ulcers.
It may be used for chronic kidney failure.
Magaldrate is used in the prevention of Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage.
Magaldrate is an antacid. It is an inorganic salt that neutralises the excess acid in stomach.
Major & minor side effects for Magaldrate
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Chalky taste
- Stomach cramps
- Nausea and Vomiting
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant and breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary.
Use of this medicine may increase the magnesium levels in the blood.
This medicine should be used with caution in patients suffering from kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects
Magaldrate may interact with many other medicines and may decrease the efficacy of the coadministered medicines.
Oxethazaine is a local anesthetic whose numbing effect provides fast relief from pain caused due to ulcers or acidic injury in the stomach.
Oxetacaine is used in the treatment of acidity, heartburn and stomach ulcers. Oxetacaine is generally used in a combination with other medicines to treat pain associated with peptic ulcer disease and other diseases of the stomach and intestines. When used topically, oxetacaine is used in a combination with other medicines to treat pain associated with anal fissures and hemorrhoids.
- Rash
- Constipation
- Loss of appetite
- Excessive Thirst
- Nausea or vomiting
- Vertigo
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- It is not recommended for use in children.
- Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
- Avoid drinking anything immediately after taking this medicine as that canreduce its effectiveness.
- Do not take antacid medicines half an hour before or after taking this medicine.
- It may cause constipation. Drink plenty of water and eat more high-fibre foods. Inform your doctor if it becomes severe or doesn’t go away.
- It may take 4-6 weeks or more for the ulcers to heal completely. Do not stop
- taking the medicine until your doctor tells you to.