Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane
About Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane belongs to a group of medicines called antacids and antiflatulents used to treat acidity, dyspepsia (indigestion), flatulence (gas), heartburn and stomach upset. The stomach is usually protected from the acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, the mucous layer gets eroded due to excess acid production, which leads to complications like acidity and heartburn.
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane contains Magaldrate (antacid) and Activated Polydimethylsiloxane (antiflatulent). Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Activated Polydimethylsiloxane lowers the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract.
Use Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane is generally safe to use. However, some may experience side effects like constipation, altered taste, bloating/gas, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Although not everyone experiences these side effects, please seek medical attention if they occur.
Let your doctor know if you have a history of inflammation/swelling of the pancreas (acute pancreatitis), intestinal bleeding, stomach ulcers, colostomy (opening in the large intestine) or ileostomy before starting Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with proper consultation and caution. Safety and efficacy of Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane are not established in paediatric patients, therefore, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Uses of Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane
Medicinal Benefits
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane helps relieve digestive disorders and contains Magaldrate (antacid) and Activated Polydimethylsiloxane (antiflatulent). Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Activated Polydimethylsiloxane lowers the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract. Thereby, Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane helps treat acidity, dyspepsia (indigestion), flatulence (gas), heartburn and stomach upset.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane
- Constipation
- Altered taste
- Bloating/gas
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Vomiting
Drug Warnings
Let your doctor know if you use any other medicines before taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane. If you have a history of swelling/inflammation of the pancreas (acute pancreatitis), kidney problems, intestinal bleeding, stomach ulcers, blockage in the stomach or intestines, and colostomy or ileostomy, let your doctor know about it. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with proper consultation and caution. Alcohol consumption makes the stomach produce more acid, further leading to heartburn. Smoking can irritate the stomach lining; hence please avoid it. Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane should not be given to children as safety has not been established. Store Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane away from direct sunlight and a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane may have interaction with cholesterol-lowering drugs (rosuvastatin), antacids (aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide), antibiotics (nitrofurantoin, isoniazid), antipsychotics (chlorpromazine), pain killers (indomethacin), antiparkinson medicines (levodopa).
Drug-Food Interaction: Alcohol consumption makes the stomach produce more acid, leading to heartburn. Therefore, avoid alcohol intake.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane should be cautiously administered under medical guidance if you have any liver or kidney diseases, intestinal bleeding, stomach ulcers, blockage in the stomach or intestines, colostomy or ileostomy, and pancreatitis.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeIt is recommended to avoid alcohol while you are being treated with Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane. Alcohol consumption makes the stomach produce more acid, further leading to heartburn.
Pregnancy
cautionThere is limited data on how the Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane affects pregnancy. Please consult your doctor if you plan to become pregnant or are already pregnant before starting Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown if Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane is excreted into the breast milk while used by a breastfeeding mother. Please consult your doctor before taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane if you are breastfeeding.
Driving
cautionDo not drive or operate machinery if you experience discomfort while using Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane until you feel better.
Liver
cautionPlease take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with caution and the doctor's advice if you have a history of liver diseases/conditions.
Kidney
cautionPlease take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with caution and the doctor's advice if you have a history of kidney diseases/conditions.
Children
cautionSafety and efficacy of Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane are not established in paediatric patients. Therefore, please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Please take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto, and cheese.
- Eat fibre rich food like whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas, and bananas to aid digestion.
- Avoid alcoholic beverages with Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane as they can make you dehydrated and increase acidity.
- Avoid eating too much, eating too fast, eating high-fat foods, or eating during stressful situations as it can burden your stomach.
- Eat small meals at regular intervals so that stomach does not have to work as hard or as long.
- Smoking can irritate the stomach lining; hence please avoid it.
- Sleep with your head elevated (at least 6 inches) above your feet and use pillows. This helps digestive juices to flow into the intestines rather than to the oesophagus.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Dyspepsia (Indigestion): Indigestion is the inability to digest food and is associated with pain and discomfort in the stomach. Symptoms include bloating, abdominal pain, burning sensation in the stomach, gas, and belching.
Flatulence: It is the build-up of gas in the digestive system that can lead to abdominal discomfort.
Acidity: The stomach is usually protected from the acid by a mucous layer. In some cases, the mucous layer gets eroded due to excess acid production, 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.
FAQs
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane belongs to a group of medicines called antacids and antiflatulents used to treat acidity, dyspepsia (indigestion), flatulence (gas), heartburn and stomach upset.
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane contains Magaldrate and Activated Polydimethylsiloxane (Dimethicone). Magaldrate works by neutralising excess stomach acid. Activated Polydimethylsiloxane works by decreasing the surface tension of gas bubbles, thereby facilitating gas expulsion through flatus or belching (burping). It also prevents the accumulation and formation of gas in the digestive tract.
Please let your doctor know if you have a history of allergic reactions to medicines, inflammation/swelling of the pancreas (acute pancreatitis), intestinal bleeding, stomach ulcers, colostomy (opening in the large intestine) or ileostomy before starting Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane.
Do not stop using Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve, but the disease may not be cured completely.
Talk to your doctor if you do not feel better even after taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane for 14 days. Do not take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane for longer durations unless advised by the doctor.
Avoid taking aluminium and magnesium-containing antacids with Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane. Aluminium containing antacids, along with Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane could lead to constipation and intestinal obstruction, whereas magnesium-containing antacids might cause diarrhoea.
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane contains Magaldrate, which might affect test results of X-ray, CT scan and MRI scan taken using radioactive dye. Inform the person doing the tests that you are taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane.
Yes, you can take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with other medications only if suggested by the doctor. However, consult the doctor before taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane with cholesterol-lowering drugs (rosuvastatin), antacids (aluminium hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide), painkillers (indomethacin), antibiotics (nitrofurantoin, isoniazid), antipsychotics (chlorpromazine), antiparkinson medicines (levodopa) as these medications may cause interactions.
You should avoid taking Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane if you are allergic to any of its ingredients. If you are unsure, it is important to consult the doctor before using Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane to ensure it is safe for you.
The side effects of Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane include altered taste, constipation, bloating/gas, diarrhoea, nausea, and vomiting. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
You should not take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane more than the recommended dose as taking too much may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, abdominal pain, or bloating. Therefore, always take Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane in the suggested dose to prevent adverse effects.
Magaldrate+activated Polydimethylsiloxane should be stored in a cool and dry place away from sunlight. Keep it out of sight and reach of children.
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