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Dolocid (Suspension)

Manufactured by: Aexim Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Aluminium Oxide + Magnesium Hydroxide Similar medicine

Dolocid is indicated for

  • Hyperacidity
  • Flatulence
  • Gastric ulcer
  • Duodenal ulcer
  • Gastritis
  • Stomach distension

Precautions and warnings

Allergic reactions: Some people may be allergic to aluminum oxide or magnesium hydroxide, and may experience symptoms such as rash, hives, itching, or difficulty breathing. If you experience any of these symptoms, stop using the medication and seek medical attention immediately.

Kidney problems: Aluminum oxide and magnesium hydroxide can accumulate in the body and may cause harm to people with kidney problems. If you have kidney disease, talk to your doctor before using this medication.

Electrolyte imbalances: Using this medication for a prolonged period of time or at high doses can cause imbalances in electrolytes such as calcium, magnesium, and phosphate. This can lead to symptoms such as weakness, fatigue, muscle cramps, or irregular heartbeat. Talk to your doctor if you experience any of these symptoms.

Drug interactions: Aluminum oxide and magnesium hydroxide can interact with other medications and affect their absorption or effectiveness. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medication with other medications.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The safety of aluminum oxide and magnesium hydroxide during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not well established. Talk to your doctor before using this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Overuse: Using aluminum oxide and magnesium hydroxide frequently or for a prolonged period of time can mask underlying conditions that require medical attention. If you experience frequent or persistent symptoms of acid reflux or heartburn, talk to your doctor before using this medication.

Side-effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • constipation
  • nausea
  • vomiting.

Drug Interactions

Aluminium Hydroxide: Absorption is improved when combined with citrates or ascorbic acid. Allopurinol, tetracyclines, quinolones, cephalosporins, biphosphonate derivatives, corticosteroids, cyclosporin, delavirdine, Fe salts, imidazole antifungals, isoniazid, mycophenolate, penicillamine, phosphate supplements, phenytoin, phenothiazines, trientine, phenytoin, phenothia.

Tetracyclines and biphosphonates are less absorbed when magnesium hydroxide is present. After about 2 hours, these and other medications should be administered separately.

Contraindications

If you have hypophosphatemia you should not take this medicine.

Mode of actions

By neutralizing the HCl in the stomach, aluminum hydroxide forms aluminum chloride salt and water.

Magnesium hydroxide stimulates peristaltic activity, resulting in osmotic fluid retention and bowel evacuation. It also decreases stomach acid by forming Mg chloride when it reacts with hydrochloric acid.

Dosage & Administration

Chew 1-2 tablets after meals and at bedtime as needed (up to 4 times a day) or as directed by a doctor.

For best results, drink a half glass of water or other liquid after each dose. Do not take more than 16 tablets in 24 hours

Pregnancy & Lactation

FDA has not yet classified this medicine into a specified pregnancy category. Although there is no enough evidence that taking this medicine during you are pregnant is harmful.

Discuss with your doctor if you are trying to get pregnant while taking this medicine too.

If you do become pregnant while you are taking this medicine, you should continue to take it and contact with your doctors as quickly as possible. They can assist you to decide whether or not to keep taking this medicine. If you abandon taking this medicine and become sick, this would be more pernicious to your child than staying on the medication.


There is no specific information about whether this medicine is passed on to the baby through breast milk. During this medication, if your baby becomes very sleepy, restless, fatigued, exhibit feeding problems, stop breastfeeding and talk to your doctors very quickly.

Pack Size & Price

200ml bot Price : ৳32

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