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aluminum hydroxide/magnesium carbonate (Gaviscon)
Aluminum hydroxide & magnesium carbonate are active ingredients in many Gaviscon products.
Alginic acid is also an ingredient in many Gaviscon products.
Dosage:
- aluminum hydroxide: 160 mg
- magnesium carbonate: 105 mg
Mechanism of action:
- creates a protective layer over the stomach
- alginate raft: if Gaviscon contains alginate, forms a foamy, near-neutral pH raft that floats on top of stomach contents.
Interactions
drug interactions
General
pharmacologic combination
References
- Gaviscon (alginic acid)
https://www.nhs.uk/medicines/gaviscon/
Components
aluminum hydroxide (Alternagel, Amphojel, Alu-Cap, Dialume, AlH3OH)
magnesium carbonate (Dewees Carminative, Manesite)