Maldroxal - Aluminum W/magnesium Hydroxide - Oral Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Maldroxal.
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Read Before Using Maldroxal (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, fatigue, weakness, severe nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, or loss of consciousness.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication as prescribed.
• Taking too much of an antacid can reverse the effects and more acid will be secreted.
• In certain conditions, however, it may be necessary to take the antacid as frequently as every 1 to 2 hours.
• To be effective, chewable tablets must be chewed thoroughly before swallowing followed by a full glass of water.
• Shake liquid forms well before pouring each dose.
• Do not take any other medication within 1 to 2 hours of taking an antacid.
• Since antacids coat the stomach, they can prevent other drugs from being absorbed properly if taken at the same time.

Medicinal Applications

• This is an antacid that works in the stomach to neutralize and reduce acid.
• Antacids are used to treat an upset stomach caused by heartburn, acid indigestion, or sour stomach; to treat peptic ulcer, hiatal hernia or other conditions caused by an excess of stomach acid; and to prevent ulcers or bleeding from ulcers.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication can cause nausea, loss of appetite, constipation or diarrhea, weakness, or headache.
• If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you notice black, tarry stools while taking this medication.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may use, especially of.

Maldroxal Miscellaneous Notes

• Refrigerating the liquid antacids may improve the taste.
• Do not freeze.
• If you dislike the taste of one antacid, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about switching to a similar product.
• The liquid antacid forms work faster and are more effective than the other forms.
• However, chewable tablets may be more convenient.

Maldroxal Storage Instructions

• Store tablets, capsules and powdered forms at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (between 15 and 30 degrees C) away from moisture and sunlight.
• Do not store in the bathroom.
• Do not freeze liquid forms of this medication.