Aluminum Hydroxide / Magnesium Hydroxide Dosage
Applies to the following strengths: 225 mg-200 mg/5 mL; 600 mg-300 mg/5 mL; 200 mg-200 mg; 280 mg-350 mg/5 mL; 200 mg-200 mg/5 mL; 500 mg-500 mg/5 mL; 400 mg-400 mg; 300 mg-150 mg
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Dyspepsia
Aluminum hydroxide 200 mg-magnesium hydroxide 200 mg/5 mL oral suspension: 10 to 20 mL orally 4 times a day or as needed/directed
- Maximum dose: 80 mL/day
- Duration of therapy: Up to 2 weeks
Uses:
- For the relief of acid indigestion, heartburn, and/or sour stomach
- For the relief of upset stomach due to acid indigestion, heartburn, and/or sour stomach
Usual Pediatric Dose for Dyspepsia
12 years and older:
Aluminum hydroxide 200 mg-magnesium hydroxide 200 mg/5 mL oral suspension: 10 to 20 mL orally 4 times a day or as needed/directed
- Maximum dose: 80 mL/day
- Duration of therapy: Up to 2 weeks
Uses:
- For the relief of acid indigestion, heartburn, and/or sour stomach
- For the relief of upset stomach due to acid indigestion, heartburn, and/or sour stomach
Renal Dose Adjustments
Use with caution.
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
CONTRAINDICATIONS: None.
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 12 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Shake well before use.
Storage requirements:
- Protect from freezing.
Patient advice:
- Advise patients to speak to their healthcare provider if they become pregnant, intend to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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