Magas 400mg Suspension
Product introduction
Magas 400mg Suspension is used in the treatment of acidity, intestinal ulcers and stomach ulcers. Such ulcers are caused due to excess production of acid in the stomach. This medicine is an antacid that works by neutralizing stomach acid.
Magas 400mg Suspension may be taken with or without food preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Remember you should avoid this medicine, if you have signs of appendicitis or inflamed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting).
It is important to consult a doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from severe constipation, severe stomach, or kidney disease. It is an effective medicine with very little or no side effects however it may cause constipation, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Magas 400mg Suspension may be taken with or without food preferably at bedtime in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your doctor know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine. Remember you should avoid this medicine, if you have signs of appendicitis or inflamed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting).
It is important to consult a doctor before taking this medicine if you are suffering from severe constipation, severe stomach, or kidney disease. It is an effective medicine with very little or no side effects however it may cause constipation, so it is better to take plenty of fluids while taking this medicine. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.
Uses of Magas Suspension
- Acidity
- Intestinal ulcers
- Stomach ulcers
Benefits of Magas Suspension
In Acidity
Magas 400mg Suspension relieves excessive acidity in your stomach which prevents heartburn and indigestion. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Intestinal ulcers
Intestinal ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the gut (intestine). Magas 400mg Suspension reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Magas 400mg Suspension as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
In Stomach ulcers
Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach. Magas 400mg Suspension reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Magas 400mg Suspension as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
Side effects of Magas Suspension
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Magas
- Constipation
How to use Magas Suspension
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Magas 400mg Suspension may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Magas Suspension works
Magas 400mg Suspension is an antacid and alkalizer. It neutralizes gastric acid in the stomach thereby reducing the direct acid irritant effect. It is also known to inhibit the activity of the enzyme pepsin thereby helping with heartburn.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Magas 400mg Suspension.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Magas 400mg Suspension during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Magas 400mg Suspension is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Magas 400mg Suspension does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Magas 400mg Suspension in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Magas 400mg Suspension in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Magas Suspension?
If you miss a dose of Magas 400mg Suspension, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- The Magas 400mg Suspension should be used only for occasional relief from increased stomach acid. Do not take it for more than 2 weeks, unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor.
- Avoid Magas 400mg Suspension, if you show signs of appendicitis or inflammed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Please consult your doctor.
- Do not take the Magas 400mg Suspension at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines. It may interact with other medicines.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aluminium-Containing Antacid
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Action Class
Antacids
Interaction with drugs
Taking Magas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Magaldrate may reduce blood levels of Raltegravir.
Do not consume Raltegravir with Magaldrate. If concurrent use is essential, please consult your doctor.
Magaldrate may decrease the absorption of Chloroquine.
Ensure a gap of at least 4 hours between taking Chloroquine and Magaldrate.
Magaldrate may decrease the absorption of Ursodeoxycholic Acid.
Ensure a gap of at least 2 hours between taking Ursodeoxycholic Acid and Magaldrate.
Magaldrate may reduce blood levels of Azithromycin.
Do not consume Azithromycin with Magaldrate. If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust
Magaldrate may reduce the efficacy of Ofloxacin.
To take Ofloxacin, ensure a gap of at least 6 hours before or after taking Magaldrate.
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Name: Unichem Laboratories Ltd
Address: Unichem Laboratories Ltd., Unichem Bhavan, Prabhat Estate, Off S.V.Road, Jogeshwari (West), Mumbai – 400 102
Country of origin: India
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