magaldrate /mag·al·drate/ (mag´al-drāt) a chemical combination of aluminum and magnesium hydroxides and sulfate; an antacid.
magaldrate
magaldrate [mag´al-drāt]
magaldrate
magaldrate
[mag′əldrāte]
an antacid containing a combination of magnesium and aluminum compounds.
indications It is prescribed in the treatment of hypersensitivity and stomach upset associated with heartburn, sour stomach, or acid indigestion.
contraindications It may alter the absorption of several drugs, such as tetracycline.
adverse effects A change in bowel function may occur.
magaldrate [mag´al-drāt]
magaldrate
(mag´
ldrāt´),
n (aluminum magnesium complex),
brand names: Lowsium, Riopan, Riopan Plus;
drug class: antacid/aluminum/magnesium hydroxide;
action: neutralizes gastric acidity;
use: antacid for hyperacidity.
ldrāt´), n (aluminum magnesium complex),
brand names: Lowsium, Riopan, Riopan Plus;
drug class: antacid/aluminum/magnesium hydroxide;
action: neutralizes gastric acidity;
use: antacid for hyperacidity.
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