৳ 150/unit
Pack: ৳ 150
৳ 150/unit
Pack: ৳ 150
At a glance
Sodium Alginate + Magnesium Alginate is used for gastric reflux, heartburn, reflux-associated flatulence, and heartburn of pregnancy. It reacts with gastric acid to form an alginate raft that impedes gastroesophageal reflux.
Indications
- Gastric reflux
- Heartburn
- Reflux-associated flatulence
- Heartburn of pregnancy
- Epigastric and retrosternal distress due to gastric reflux
Pharmacology
Sodium Alginate + Magnesium Alginate reacts with gastric acid to form a raft of alginic acid gel that floats on stomach contents. This raft impedes gastroesophageal reflux and provides a demulcent effect if refluxed into the esophagus.
Dosage
Pediatric (1-2 years) Dose (Oral):
- <4.5 kg body weight: 1 sachet maximum 6 times daily
- >4.5 kg body weight: 2 sachets maximum 6 times daily
Preparation:
- Bottle-fed infants: Mix each sachet into 115 ml of feed; shake well
- Breast-fed and other infants: Mix with 5 ml cooled boiled water to form a paste, add another 10 ml water, and feed
Side effects
Side Effects:
- No significant side effects with proper use
Use in pregnancy
Use in Pregnancy: Clinical studies in over 281 pregnant women showed no malformative or fetal/neonatal toxicity; can be used during pregnancy if clinically needed; consult your doctor.
Pregnancy Category: A — always consult a doctor before taking during pregnancy.
Precautions & warnings
- Review clinical situation if symptoms do not improve after 7 days
- Caution in hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis, or calcium-containing renal calculi
- High sodium content (255.76 mg sodium per 20 ml dose)
Overdose effects
Overdose is rare; in case of overdose, consult a physician.
Storage conditions
Do not store above 30°C; keep away from light; keep out of reach of children.