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Diseases of the stomach cause symptoms of indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal racing ... seriously affecting the health of the patient. Using western medicine to reduce gastric acid secretion, heartburn is used by many people. One of those drugs is the drug Myantacid II. So what is Myantacid II? How does the drug work?
1. What is Myantacid ii?
Myantacid II drug has the main ingredient is Simethicone, belongs to the group of drugs to treat stomach diseases. The ingredient Simethicone reduces the surface tension of the air bubbles, causing them to coalesce, so it is indicated against flatulence, quickly reducing the feeling of bloating and discomfort.
Myantacid-ll contains magnesium hydroxide and aluminum hydroxide, which neutralizes stomach acid, does not affect the production of gastric juice, as a result, gastric pH increases, reducing symptoms of hyperacidity. Besides, aluminum hydroxide is used in combination with magnesium hydroxide to reduce the constipation effect of aluminum hydroxide. Simethicone is not absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract, is excreted in the feces.
2. Uses of Myantacid II
Myantacid II is used to increase gastric acid secretion, heartburn, flatulence, peptic ulcer, gastroesophageal reflux syndrome... On the other hand, Myantacid-II drug is contraindicated in the following conditions: The following cases:
Patients with hypersensitivity to any ingredient of the drug Patients with renal failure Children, especially in children with dehydration or kidney failure Hypophosphatemia
3. Dosage and usage of Myantacid II
Myantacid II is taken orally. Patients need to drink it 1-3 hours after eating or when it hurts. The recommended dose of the drug is to chew 1-2 tablets, 3-4 times a day.
Note: The above dosage is for reference only. The specific dose depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose, you need to consult your doctor or healthcare professional.
There have been cases of overdose due to the use of Myantacid II. Some symptoms of overdose such as: constipation, nausea, or diarrhea ... When experiencing side effects of the drug, it is necessary to stop using and notify the doctor or go to the nearest medical facility for treatment. timely. Family members should bring medical records, all prescriptions / bottles of medicine that have been and are being used so that doctors can quickly diagnose and treat
If you miss a dose, add a dose as soon as you remember. However, if the interval between the next dose is too short, skip the missed dose and resume the dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed dose.
4. Side effects of Myantacid II
When using Myantacid-II, you may experience unwanted effects (ADRs).
Digestive system: Bitter mouth, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, hard abdomen, solid stools, white stools. Systemic: Osteomalacia and microcytic anemia have occurred in patients with chronic renal failure using aluminum hydroxide as a phosphate binding agent. Hypophosphataemia has occurred with prolonged or high doses of the drug. Nervous system: Encephalopathy, dementia. Before prescribing medication, doctors always weigh the benefits and effectiveness of Myantacid II more than the risk of side effects. However, some cases when taking Myantacid II may still occur unwanted effects. Therefore, when there are abnormal symptoms, especially when a severe allergic reaction occurs, the patient should immediately notify the doctor or nurse for immediate medical intervention.
5. Myantacid II drug interactions
Myantacid-ll reduces the absorption of drugs: Digoxin, indomethacin, or iron salts, isoniazid, benzodiazepines, corticosteroids, ranitidine, phenothiazines, ketoconazole, Itraconazole. Myantacid-ll aggravates symptoms of hypermagnesaemia in patients with renal failure. Concomitant administration of Myantacid-ll with tetracycline reduces the intestinal absorption of tetracycline. Long-term use of Myantacid-ll will cause a loss of phosphorus in the body. Decreased absorption of quinolone antibiotics.
6. Notes and cautions before taking Myantacid II
Avoid long-term use & high doses in people with renal failure. The subjects that need to be noted before taking Myantacid II: the elderly, pregnant women, lactating women, children under 15 years old, people with liver failure, kidney failure,... Women who are in pregnancy Periods and the need to use the drug should carefully weigh the benefits and risks for mother and baby. Do not arbitrarily use the drug without carefully reading the instructions for use and instructions of the doctor to protect the mother and baby. Mothers need to carefully weigh the benefits and risks for mother and baby. Do not arbitrarily use the drug without carefully reading the instructions for use and instructions of the doctor to protect the mother and the baby. Do not use more, smaller or longer than indicated. Absolutely do not abuse the drug for too long for a long time. This does not make the patient's condition better, but also increases the risk of unwanted effects.
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