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Mezapulgit contains a digestive powder and a topical antacid. Antacids work by neutralizing the acids secreted by the stomach. It is used in the treatment of pain caused by conditions of the esophagus, stomach, or duodenum and in the symptomatic treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease.1. What is Mezapulgit?
Mezapulgit is an antacid, used to relieve symptoms of indigestion, heartburn or gastroesophageal reflux disorder (GERD), stomach ulcers, stomach burning.Mezapulgit contains the active ingredients Attapulgite and Aluminum, Magnesium Carbonate. This medication works by binding with fluids and toxins to improve stool consistency and eliminate toxins, neutralizing the acidity of the digestive tract.
2. Uses of Mezapulgit
Mezapulgit is used for acute diarrhea, peptic ulcer, heartburn, dyspepsia, gastroesophageal reflux disease, hyperphosphatemia in patients with kidney disease and other conditions.3. How to use Mezapulgit
Mezapulgit is taken orally. Mezapulgit 3g taken before or after meals, below is the dose:Adults: The drug is taken from 2-4 packs/day, taken before or after eating when there is an abdominal pain. Children from 6 to 12 years old: The drug is taken 1 pack/time x 2 times/day. Children under 6 years of age: Take medicine as directed by the treating doctor
4. Mezapulgit side effects
When using Mezapulgit, you may experience unwanted effects:You take Mezapulgit with constipation, your mouth feels acrid when you eat, and your stomach is hard. Passing solid and white stools, feeling of vomiting and nausea. Memory can deteriorate and affect brain disease. Causes red blood cell anemia In addition to the above side effects, there are other effects that occur less often such as decreased phosphorus in the blood, decreased blood magnesium. All of the above side effects are not exhaustive and many different side effects can occur. If you have any side effects while taking this medicine, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist.
5. Contraindications of Mezapulgit
This medicine should not be used in the following cases:Severe kidney failure. The disease is associated with the risk of gastrointestinal obstruction. Children who are less than 30 months old and have a history of epilepsy, convulsions with high fever. Given the aluminum content of Mezapulgit, caution should be exercised in patients with renal failure undergoing dialysis. Do not use this medicine for a long time without consulting your doctor: it may be necessary to check if symptoms continue to occur.
6. Fertility, pregnancy and lactation
Substances contained in the drug Mezapulgit are poorly absorbed. However, when using it during pregnancy or lactation, consult your doctor or pharmacist.7. Precautions while using Mezapulgit
Attapulgite: This active ingredient affects the absorption of some drugs in the intestinal tract. Aluminum hydroxide: People with congestive heart failure, kidney failure, cirrhosis of the liver, edema, low sodium diet need to be cautious Elderly people, have underlying medical conditions or take medication for constipation. Beware of drug interactions. It is necessary to periodically check phosphate levels during magnesium carbonate treatment: Magnesium-containing antacids cause laxative effects, so almost when they are used alone, when repeated doses will cause diarrhea, often causing loss of balance. with fluids and electrolytes. Seen in patients with severe renal failure, hypermagnesaemia, lowering blood pressure, coma. Therefore, magnesium should not be used in patients with renal failure.Please dial HOTLINE for more information or register for an appointment HERE. Download MyVinmec app to make appointments faster and to manage your bookings easily.
