Magaldrate Pharmacology

Magaldrate

About Magaldrate

Chemical complex of aluminum and magnesium hydroxides, Antacid.

Mechanism of Action of Magaldrate

This neutralizes the gastric acid and increases the gastric pH. This reduces the direct acid irritant effect. It also enhances mucosal barrier integrity and improves gastroesophageal sphincter tone.

Pharmacokinets of Magaldrate

Absorption- Moderately absorbed after oral administration. Distribution- It is distributed through locally. Excretion- Excreted through feces and a small amount through breast milk.

Onset of Action for Magaldrate

20minutes

Duration of Action for Magaldrate

20 to 180 minutes

Half Life of Magaldrate

N/A

Side Effects of Magaldrate

1. Constipation
2. Diarrhea
3. Increased urine pH
4. Decreased serum potassium levels
5. Increased serum calcium levels

Contra-indications of Magaldrate

1. Hypersensitivity to the drug or any ingredients of it
2. Renal impairment or diseases
3. Hypophosphatemia

Special Precautions while taking Magaldrate

1.Take this medicine between meals and at bedtime.
2.Shake the oral liquid well before each use.
3.Chew the chewable tablet before swallowing.

Pregnancy Related Information

Use with caution

Old Age Related Information

Use with caution

Breast Feeding Related Information

Use with caution

Children Related Information

Use with caution

Indications for Magaldrate

1. Peptic ulcer
2. Gastritis
3. Reflux oesophagitis
4. Gastric hyperacidity

Interactions for Magaldrate

N/A

Typical Dosage for Magaldrate

Oral-
Adults-
Suspension: 5 to 10 ml between meals and at bedtime with water

Schedule of Magaldrate

N/A

Storage Requirements for Magaldrate

Store at room temperature (15 - 25 degree C). Keep out of reach of children.

Effects of Missed Dosage of Magaldrate

Take the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Effects of Overdose of Magaldrate

Give symptomatic and supportive treatment.

Home Delivery for Magaldrate in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for magaldrate and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for magaldrate may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take magaldrate only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for magaldrate before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for magaldrate with the pharmacy.

Magaldrate is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for magaldrate might be better known than magaldrate itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have magaldrate in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for magaldrate.