Magmil Syrup (100ml)
SKU: PLTO
Brand: Pacific Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
৳95
৳100
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Indication
Heartburn, Constipation, Indigestion, Gastrointestinal hyperacidity, Osmotic laxative
Adult Dose
Constipation Magnesium hydroxide (400 mg/5 mL): 30-60 mL/day PO at bedtime or in divided doses Acid Indigestion Magnesium hydroxide (400 mg/5 mL): 5-15 mL PO q4hr; no more than 4 doses per 24-hour period
Child Dose
Constipation <2 years: Safety and efficacy not established Suspension 2-6 years: 5-15 mL/day of regular-strength liquid PO at bedtime or in divided doses 6-12 years: 15-30 mL/day (400 mg/5 mL) >12 years: 30-60 mL/day (400 mg/5 mL) Acid Indigestion Liquid <12 years: Not recommended >12 years: 5-15 mL (400 mg/5 mL) PO q4hr; no more than 4 doses per 24-hour period
Contraindication
Intestinal obstruction, faecal impaction; renal failure; appendicitis.
Mode of Action
Magnesium hydroxide increases peristaltic activity causing osmotic retention of fluids, thus resulting in bowel evacuation. It also reduces stomach acid by reacting with hydrochloric acid to form Mg chloride.
Precaution
Colostomy, ileostomy; electrolyte imbalance. Monitor for toxicity in patients with impaired renal function. Pregnancy. Lactation: Use in nursing mothers appears to be safe
Side Effect
Abdominal cramping, Diarrhea, Electrolyte imbalance, Hypotension, Muscle weakness, Respiratory depression, Hypermagnesaemia (in patients with renal impairment). Paralytic ileus.
Interaction
Decreases absorption of tetracyclines and biphosphonates. Separate administration of these and other drugs by around 2 hr.
