৳ 28/unit
Pack: ৳ 28
৳ 28/unit
Pack: ৳ 28
At a glance
Magnesium Hydroxide is a mildly acting antacid and laxative used for heartburn, constipation, indigestion, and gastrointestinal hyperacidity.
Indications
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Indigestion
- Gastrointestinal hyperacidity
- Osmotic laxative
- Acute and long-acting constipation due to hyperacidity, peptic ulcer or stomatitis
Pharmacology
Magnesium hydroxide increases peristaltic activity causing osmotic retention of fluids, resulting in bowel evacuation. It also reduces stomach acid by reacting with hydrochloric acid to form magnesium chloride.
Dosage
Constipation (Adults): 30-60 mL/day (400 mg/5 mL), at bedtime or in divided doses
Acid Indigestion (Adults): 5-15 mL PO q4hr; no more than 4 doses per 24-hour period
Children (6-11 years): 15-30 mL/day; (2-5 years): 5-15 mL/day; <2 years: safety not established
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Abdominal cramping
- Diarrhea
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Hypotension
- Muscle weakness
- Respiratory depression
- Hypermagnesemia (in patients with renal impairment)
- Paralytic ileus
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Use with caution during pregnancy; consult your doctor.
Precautions & warnings
- Caution in colostomy or ileostomy patients
- Caution in electrolyte imbalance
- Monitor for toxicity in patients with impaired renal function
- Caution in pregnancy
Overdose effects
Overdose may cause hypermagnesemia.
Storage conditions
Store in a cool and dry place, protected from light; keep out of reach of children.