Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide (milk Of Magnesia) + Simethicone + Sorbitol

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide (Milk Of Magnesia) + Simethicone + Sorbitol is taken via oral route (liquid suspension and chewable tablet).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medication is intended for adults and children who are 12 years of age or older. For children under the age of 12, usage and dosage should be determined by a doctor.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients who are allergic to any of its components: aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, simethicone, or sorbitol.

Other Medications to Avoid

• Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide (Milk Of Magnesia) + Simethicone + Sorbitol may interact with antibiotics (such as doxycycline and ciprofloxacin), thyroid medications (like levothyroxine), and some medicines used to manage fungal infections (like clotrimazole), osteoporosis (like raloxifene), and viral infections (like zanamivir).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this combination can lead to severe diarrhea, muscle weakness, mood changes, a slow/irregular heartbeat, or even seizures. Seek immediate medical help if these symptoms occur.

• If you forget to take a dose of this medication, take it as soon as you remember. However, do not double the dose to compensate for a forgotten one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• If you experience constipation, try increasing your fiber intake and drinking more water.

• For a chalky taste in the mouth, rinsing the mouth before and after consuming the medication can help.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This combination of medications does not typically affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. However, if you feel dizzy or disoriented after taking it, avoid operating heavy machinery and driving.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Before using Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide (Milk Of Magnesia) + Simethicone + Sorbitol during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, it is important to consult your doctor.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with kidney disease should exercise caution when taking this medicine because of the presence of aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide.

• Patients with a sudden change in bowel habits lasting over two weeks should also exercise caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Avoid foods and drinks that can increase stomach acidity like spicy foods, caffeinated drinks, citrus fruits, and alcohol.

• Maintain a regular eating schedule to avoid stomach discomfort and avoid eating large meals.

• Regular physical activity can help reduce constipation associated with this medicine.

• Drinking plenty of water can help alleviate constipation.

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