How to use antacids in the stomach
Before every use of the drug should inform the doctor or pharmacist if you have any history of drug allergy. Have original medical conditions Or are using any herbal drugs and vitamin supplements during that period To prevent drug allergy In which the patient should use the medicine under the guidance of a doctor Especially patients with children And read the label carefully before using the medicine Because each antacid has different dosage and active ingredients. This type of drug should be used while symptoms occur or are expected to occur. By eating with food Immediately after meals or at bedtime for the most effective medication.
Dosage of antacids
- Aluminum Hydroxide: Adults eat up to 1 gram, typically 1-2 tablespoons orally after meals 3 times and before bedtime.
- Alginic Acid Adults and children over 12 take 2-4 tablets or 10-20 milliliters after meals and before bedtime. For children under 12 years of age, should consult a doctor before eating.
- Magnesium Hydroxide is prescribed for treatment of acidosis in adults, taken no more than 1 gram / day in combination with antacids containing aluminum hydroxide. Or to treat intestinal conditions with constipation. Adults eat at the size of 2.4-4.8 grams / day at a time or divided within 1 day. Children aged 6-11 years eat 1.2-2.4 grams / day. Children aged 2-5 years eat at the size of 0.4 -1.2 grams / day, may be taken once or divided into 1 day like adults This drug is often used as a laxative.
Warnings of the use of antacids
- The history of drug allergy and other allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor before taking the drug. Because some ingredients in the drug may cause patients to have an allergic reaction
- People with liver disease, kidney disease or heart failure. Should always consult a doctor before using medication To prevent the accumulation of large amounts of medication within the body
- Pregnant or lactating women should consult a doctor before using the drug. Because some antacids may contain sodium bicarbonate. Which may cause side effects on pregnant women
- This drug should not be taken for more than 2 weeks except a doctor's prescription.
- People with high blood pressure, liver cirrhosis, or other conditions that require a low sodium diet. Should consult a doctor before using medication Since some antacids may contain large amounts of salt (sodium)
- Children under 12 years old should seek advice from a doctor or pharmacist before taking the drug.
- Antacids should not be taken with other drugs within 2-4 hours, as they may be absorbed by other drugs to the point of not being fully active.
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