Magaldrate + Simethicone
Generic / Active Ingredient
What is Magaldrate + Simethicone used for?
Peptic ulcer disease
28 Magaldrate + Simethicone brands in Bangladesh
Compare prices across every brand of Magaldrate + Simethicone and pick the most affordable option.
| Brand | Strength | Form | Manufacturer | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avlocid MS | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | ACI Limited | ৳ 3.01 |
| Avlocid MS | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | ACI Limited | ৳ 100.30 |
| Digecid Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Digecid Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Beximco Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.00 |
| Gastid | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Gastid | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Eskayef Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.00 |
| Magacil Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 3.01 |
| Magacil Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Magalcon Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Ethical Drug Ltd. | ৳ 100.00 |
| Magalrat Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.00 |
| Magalrat Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Ibn Sina Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 100.00 |
| Maganta Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Maganta Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Square Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.01 |
| Magaplus-X | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Kemiko Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 55.00,200 |
| Magasol | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Globe Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Maldrox | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Drug International Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Marlox Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.00 |
| Marlox Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Maxicon | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Aristopharma Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Megasim | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Medicon Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 95.45 |
| Nilcid | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Organic Health Care Ltd. | ৳ 100.30 |
| Novelta | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Orion Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 3.01 |
| Novelta | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Orion Pharma Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Nygas | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Team Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 105.00 |
| Oxecone-MS | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | ACME Laboratories Ltd. | ৳ 100.30 |
| Pepcon Plus | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Leon Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
| Pepcon Plus | 480 mg+20 mg | Chewable Tablet | Leon Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 3.00 |
| Simegal | (480 mg+20 mg)/5 ml | Oral Suspension | Beacon Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | ৳ 110.00 |
Indication DetailsView
This is indicated to relieve symptoms of dyspepsia, heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, gastroesophageal reflux and hiatal hernia. It is also prescribed in hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcers, gastritis and esophagitis. Magaldrate may be given to children if necessary. Also indicated for the relief of flatulence, abdominal distension and windy colic.
Therapeutic ClassView
Antacids, Anti-dyspeptic/Carminatives
PharmacologyView
This is a combination of magaldrate and simethicone. Magaldrate (magnesium aluminium compound i.e. Hydroxymagnesium Aluminate), which neutralizes gastric acid extraordinarily quickly without raising the pH above 5-6. It also decreases the activity of pepsin in gastric secretion. Besides this, simethicone, the another component of Marlox Plus, enables the gas buble to coalesce and give relief from flatulence.
DosageView
Tablet: 1-4 chewable tablets, 20 to 60 minutes after meals and at bedtime, or as directed by the physician.
Suspension: 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 ml) of suspension, 20 to 60 minutes after meals and at bed time, or as directed by the physician.
Suspension: 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 ml) of suspension, 20 to 60 minutes after meals and at bed time, or as directed by the physician.
Side EffectsView
Gastrointestinal side-effects are uncommon. Occasionally, if excessive amount is consumed, diarrhea, constipation or regurgitation may occur.
ContraindicationsView
Magaldrate is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to magnesium and aluminium. It is also contraindicated in patients with impaired renal functions.
PrecautionsView
Care should be taken in decreased kidney function, hypophosphataemia and weak people.
InteractionsView
It should not be used in patients taking any form of Tetracycline. The drug may cause reduced bio-availability or slower absorption of a number of drugs including propranolol, isoniazid, prednisolone and naproxen.
Pregnancy & LactationView
Magaldrate may be used in pregnancy if indicated however one should avoid excessive dosage. Magaldrate may pass into breast milk but has not been reported to cause problem in nursing babies.
Overdose EffectsView
Over dosage with this formulation is a rare case.
Storage ConditionsView
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.