The indications for the use of Maalox are the symptomatic treatment of hyperacidity-related disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract: gastritis, retrograde abandonment of gastric contents to the esophagus. Activity Maalox is a compound preparation containing aluminum and magnesium hydroxides with a local antacid effect on excess acid in the stomach. It has a protective effect on the mucosa of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum by increasing the mucus layer, increasing bicarbonate secretion, and increasing prostaglandin synthesis has a cytoprotective effect on the gastric mucosa. It has a slightly astringent and anti-inflammatory effect. It acts topically, practically not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. Its action is fast and long-lasting. indications Symptomatic treatment of hyperacidity related disorders of the upper gastrointestinal tract: gastritis, backflow of gastric contents into the esophagus in the course of hiatus hernia, indigestion (heartburn) due to hyperacidity. Supportive in the treatment of duodenal ulcer, gastric ulcer. Dosage Orally: 1 tablespoon (10 ml) or sachet or 1-2 tablets per 90 minutes after a meal or during pain. Tablets should be sucked or chewed. Maximum dose - 140 ml suspension per day. Composition 1 tablet contains 400 mg magnesium hydroxide and 400 mg aluminum hydroxide; excipients: mannitol, sorbitol, sodium saccharin, mint flavor, magnesium stearate, sucrose, sucrose containing 3% starch
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