ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE
About
ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE belongs to a group of medicines called antacids and antiflatulent agents used to treat acidity, heartburn, bloating and gas. Acidity occurs due to excess acid production. Bloating occurs when the abdomen is filled with gas or air.
ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE contains Almagate and Simethicone. Almagate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping).
In some cases, this medicine may cause side effects such as constipation and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Inform the doctor if you are allergic to any components in ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep the doctor informed about your health condition and medications to rule out any side effects/interactions.
Uses of ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE
Medicinal Benefits
ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE belongs to a group of medicines called antacids and antiflatulent agents used to treat acidity, heartburn, bloating and gas. ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE combines two drugs: Almagate (antacid) and Simethicone (antiflatulent). Almagate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Simethicone works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping).
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE if you are allergic to its components. Inform the doctor if you have phenylketonuria (an inherited disorder that increases the levels of a substance called phenylalanine in the blood), severe kidney impairment, dehydration, or hypophosphatemia (low phosphate levels). Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you take other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking hormone (levothyroxine).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctorIt is unknown whether alcohol affects ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE. Please consult the doctor.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIf you are breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Driving
consult your doctorIt is not known if ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE affects your ability to drive. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.
Liver
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Consult the doctor if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Kidney
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Consult the doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.
Children
consult your doctorLimited information is available. Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE in children.
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.
- Maintain a healthy weight by regular exercising.
- Do not lie down immediately after eating to prevent acid backflow.
- Avoid tight-fitting clothes, as pressure on the stomach can aggravate acid reflux.
- Practise relaxation techniques and prevent stress by doing yoga or meditation.
- Limit foods such as high-fat food, spicy food, chocolates, citrus fruits, pineapple, tomato, onion, garlic, tea and soda.
- Abstain from 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
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. 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. Flatulence occurs when gas collects inside the digestive system.
FAQs
ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE is used to treat Acidity, heartburn, bloating and gas.
ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE neutralises excess stomach acid and facilitates gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping).
Diarrhoea might be a side-effect of ALMAGATE+SIMETHICONE. Drink enough fluids and eat non-spicy food if you experience diarrhoea. Consult the doctor if the condition persists or worsens.
Lying down immediately after meals may raise stomach acid and cause discomfort. 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 may help stop stomach acid from travelling up the throat.
