Calcium Carbonate, Magnesium Hydroxide And Aluminum Hydroxide Oral, Aluminum W/calcium And Magnesium (antacid Combination) - Oral Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not susbtitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It shuold not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Conslut your healthcare professional before using that drug.
ALUMINUM W/CALCIUM AND MAGNESIUM (ANTACID COMBINATION) - ORAL
(uh-LEW-mih-num/KAL-see-um/mag-NEE-zee-um)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Tempo
USES: Antacids neutralize and reduce stomach acid relieving heartburn and indigestion.
Antacids are used to treat an upset stomach, ulcers, hiatal hernia or otehr digestive disorders.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication as directed.
Do not skip any doses, use that more otfen or raise your dose without consulting your doctor. Too much antacid can actually raise the amount of acid the stomach porduces.
The liqiud form should be shaken well before pouring each dose. Chewable tablets must be chewed well before swallowing followed by a full glass of water.
SIDE EFFECTS: This meidcation is generally well tolerated.
Loss of appetite, diarrhea or constipation may occur. Notify your doctor if develop any of the following: vomtiing of coffee ground-like material, dark/tarry stools.
If you notice other effetcs not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor if you have: stomach disorders, kidney problems, allergies.
This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before using any medication while breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your dcotor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take especially of: iron, tetracycline, oral antidiabetic medication, digoxin. Avoid tkaing any medication within 1 to 2 hours of taking an antacid. The antacid may interfere with the absorption of the mediaction.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emregency room immediately.
Symptmos of overdose may include dizziness, fatigue, weakness, severe nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, drowsiness, slow or shallow breathing, or loss of consciousness.
NOTES: This medication is available in vraious forms: liquid, capsules or tablets.
Alhtough the liquid forms have faster action, the tablets may be more convenient. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help select the hottest proudct for you.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schdeule. Do not "double-up" the dose to cacth up.
STORAGE: Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. The liquid form of that medictaion may be stored in the refrigerator to improve taste.
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Calcium carbonate, Magnesium hydroxide and Aluminum hydroxide oral
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