Megaladrate and Simethicone Syrup

Megaladrate and Simethicone Syrup is a combination of two drugs: Magaldrate (antacid) and Simethicone (anti-flatulent). Magaldrate neutralizes the excess amount of acid in the stomach. Simethicone decreases the gas bubbles’ surface tension, therefore facilitating the gas expulsion through belching (burping) or flatus. Megaladrate + Simethicone Syrup also prevents the formation and gas accumulation in the digestive tract.

Uses Of Megaladrate and Simethicone Syrup

Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup fall under a medicines category called anti-ulcerates and antacids used to treat indigestion, acidity, bloating, heartburn, and gas. Generally, the mucous layer protects the stomach from the acid. In some cases, the mucous layer gets eroded due to excess acid production in the stomach, which leads to several complications like heartburn and acidity. In addition, Bloating occurs when your abdomen is filled with air or gas.

Magaldrate neutralizes the excess amount of acid in the stomach. Simethicone is a mixture of dimethicone and silica gel. In addition, It is also called activated dimethicone. Simethicone decreases the gas bubbles’ surface tension, therefore facilitating the gas expulsion through belching (burping) or flatus. It stops the formation and accumulation of gas in the digestive tract.

Direction For Use

Consult with your doctor or health advisor before taking Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup. He will prescribe you the exact dose of the syrup. In addition, you can also read the instructions very carefully written on its label regarding the proper dose and duration. Do not consume Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup without your doctor or health advisor’s supervision as it may cause harmful effects on your body.  

Side Effects Of Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup

Generally, it neither harms your body nor causes any side effects. However, if any side effects occur it does not need any individual or medical attention as these side effects disappear after some time when your body gets fully adjusted to the medicine. In case, you feel any side effects causing harm to your body and are not disappearing for a long time then consult your health advisor or doctor immediately. Listed below are some of its common side effects:

• Chalky taste 
• Diarrhea 
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Intestinal pain

Precautions

• Consumption of alcohol is unsafe while taking Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup as it may cause some unwanted side effects in your body. However, you may consult with your doctor. 
• Inform your health specialist or doctor before taking Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup if you are a pregnant mother. Your doctor will decide whether this syrup is safe for you to consume or not. 
• It should be taken with proper caution in breastfeeding mothers. Therefore, inform your doctor before taking it. He will only prescribe it to you when its benefits outweigh its risks. 
• Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup do not affect your concentration level. Therefore, it is safe to drive or operate any machinery after its consumption. 
• Inform your health specialist or doctor before consuming Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup if you have a history of liver impairment or any concerns for the same. He will weigh its benefits and potential risks before prescribing this syrup to you.
• Inform your doctor before consuming Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup if you have a history of kidney impairment or any concerns for the same.  He will weigh its benefits and potential risks before prescribing this syrup to you.

Storage Condition

Store Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup in a cool and dry place. Keep it far from the children’s reach and also away from the sunlight rays. 

Drug Interactions

Some medications should not be taken with Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup as they may interacts with each other and cause some serious side effects in your body. Listed below are some of the drug interactions that you must avoid while taking Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup.  

• PHENYTOIN
• RAMIPRIL
• LEVOTHYROXINE SODIUM
• MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE
• ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE

Note: This is not a complete list. Consult with your doctor before taking Megaladrate And Simethicone Syrup. He will provide you with the complete drug interaction list of this syrup.