Drug class
Calculi Dissolution Agent [EPC]; Increased Large Intestinal Motility [PE]; Inhibition Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Absorption [PE]; Inhibition Small Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Absorption [PE]; Magnesium Ion Exchange Activity [MoA]; Osmotic Activity [MoA]; Osmotic Laxative [EPC]; Skin Barrier Activity [PE]; Stimulation Large Intestine Fluid/Electrolyte Secretion [PE]
Uses
Uses relieves heartburn sour stomach acid indigestion the symptoms referred to as gas
Warnings
Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have • kidney disease • a magnesium-restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children.
Dosage & administration
Directions shake well before use adults and children 12 years of age and older: take 2 to 4 teaspoonfuls between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctor children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Active ingredient
Active ingredients (in each 5 mL teaspoonful) Aluminum hydroxide 200mg (equivalent to dried gel, USP) Magnesium hydroxide 200 mg Simethicone 20mg
Inactive ingredient
Inactive ingredients benzyl alcohol, butylparaben, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, flavor, hypromellose, microcrystalline cellulose, propylparaben, purified water, saccharin sodium, sorbitol solution