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The drug Mylenfa II works well for people who are treated to reduce stomach acid and the pain of stomach ulcers. Below is detailed information to help readers better understand the usage, uses and some notes when using Mylenfa II.1. What is Mylenfa II?
Mylenfa II is an antacid and antigenic drug. It is used to relieve symptoms of indigestion, heartburn, and increased stomach acid.
Ingredients of the drug: Aluminum hydroxide 200mg, Magnesium hydroxide 200mg, Simethicone 20mg.
Dosage form: tablets
2. How to use this medicine? Take this medication by mouth. Follow the instructions on the label.
Antacids are usually taken after meals and at bedtime or as directed by your doctor. After taking the medicine, drink a full glass of water. Take your medicine regularly. Do not take more medicine than directed.
Dosage as follows: Take 1-2 tablets each time. Drink 3-4 times a day.
3. Mechanism of action of the drug Mylenfa II Aluminum hydroxide: Neutralize hydrochloric in the stomach to form AlCl3 salt plus water, increasing gastric pH; Magnesium hydroxide: Promotes intestinal motility by inducing fluid retention, causing the colon to stretch with increased peristaltic activity, forming magnesium chloride upon reaction with hydrochloric acid; Simethicone: Disperses and suppresses air pockets in the GI system by reducing the surface tension of air bubbles.
4. Excretion of the drug
Aluminum hydroxide: Absorbed Al ions are excreted in the urine (0.1-0.5 mg Al in aluminum-containing antacids is absorbed from standard daily doses of antacids). Insoluble or poorly absorbed Al salts in the intestines are excreted in the feces; Magnesium hydroxide: Absorbed Mg ions (up to 30%) are excreted in the urine, unabsorbed drug is excreted in the feces. 5. Uses of the drug mylenfa II The drug works to reduce symptoms caused by increased gastric acid secretion such as heartburn, belching, flatulence, abdominal distension; When stomach acid is increased due to peptic ulcer; Stress leads to ulcers and stomach bleeding; Effective in gastroesophageal reflux disease; Hyperphosphatemia is associated with a low phosphate diet. However, when using Mylenfa II drug containing aluminum components to bind phosphate can cause toxicity in people with kidney failure. 6. Warnings when using the drug Contraindications:
Hypersensitivity to any component of the formula Precautions when using the drug:
Caution in people with renal failure; The rate or extent of absorption of concomitant oral drugs can be increased or decreased by altering the glycemic index transit time or drug binding; Magnesium-restricted diet; Do not use the combination product for hyperphosphatemia. Precautions for pregnant and lactating mothers:
Caution should be exercised when using Mylenfa II during pregnancy if the benefits outweigh the risks.
7. Side effects of drugs
Side effects that you should report to your doctor or healthcare professional as soon as possible:
Allergic reactions such as skin rash, swelling of the face, lips or tongue;
Sore bones or joints; Confusion or irritability; Headache; Loss of appetite; Nausea and vomiting; Unusual weakness or fatigue. Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or healthcare professional if they continue or cause discomfort):
Constipation ; Diarrhea ; Hemorrhoids .
8. Some notes when taking drugs
Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or they get worse. Do not self-treat stomach problems with this medicine for more than 2 weeks. See your doctor if you have black, tarry stools, rectal bleeding, or feel unusually tired. Do not change to another antacid product without advice. If you are taking other medicines, leave an interval of at least 2 hours before or after taking this medicine. To help relieve constipation, drink several glasses of water each day. The above is information about the uses, dosage and usage of Mylenfa II. Patients should carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before use.
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