Formulation:
Liquid, Tablet
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Manufacturer:
Pfizer
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Alternate Names:Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide)
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What is Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) used for? |
Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) is used to relieve the uncomfortable symptoms of acid indigestion, heartburn, gas, and sour stomach.
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When should Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) not be taken?
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Do not take Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) if you are allergic to any ingredient in Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) or similar medications if you have kidney disease |
What precautions should I follow when taking Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) ?
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Before using Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide), tell your health care provider about any of the following: if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine if you have any other medical condit |
What special warning(s) should I be aware of when taking Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide)?
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Do not take Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) with iron or tetracyclines as Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) may alter their absorption |
What are the side effects of Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide)?
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Most severe: None
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Most common: Chalky taste, constipation, diarrhea, increased thirst, stomach cramps
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Other: Nausea, vomiting, eructation, flatulence
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How should I take Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide)?
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How much medicine you take and how often you take it depends on many factors, including the condition being treated and the age and weight of the patient. If you have any questions about the amount and/or frequency of Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) you are taking, talk with your health care provider. Carefully read the information provided with Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) and reread it each time you get this prescription refilled. Take Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) exactly as prescribed by your health care provider. You must carefully follow the cholesterol-lowering diet given to you by your health care provider. Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) may be taken with or without food. Magnesium and aluminum interfere with the absorption of tetracycline, iron and phosphate. In addition, oral magnesium may accumulate in the plasma of patients with impaired renal function, thus individuals with kidney ailments should consult a physician prior to taking this product. Do not stop taking Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) without checking with your health care provider. Do not take more medicine than prescribed unless advised to do so by your health care provider. Contact your health care provider at once if you feel like you have taken too much of Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide). Do not take any other over-the-counter or prescription medications without talking with your health care provider. This includes any herbal preparations or dietary supplements. If a dose is missed, take it as soon as possible. If several hours have passed or if it is nearing time for the next dose, do not double the dose to catch up, unless advised by your health care provider. If more than one dose is missed, contact your health care provider or pharmacist.
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How should Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) be stored?
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Store Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) in a cool, dry place at room temperature. |
General Information:
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| If you have any questions about Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide), please talk with your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider. Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide) is only to be used by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not give it to others. This information is advisory only. It does not contain all information about Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide). If you have any questions about Gelusil (aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide), ask your health care provider, pharmacist, or health care provider.
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