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Barudon belongs to the group of antacids that help neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, Barudon is often used in conditions where there is an excess of acid in the stomach such as acid reflux causing heartburn, heartburn or stomach ulcers. To ensure effective treatment and avoid side effects, patients need to use prescription drugs or consult a doctor or pharmacist for advice.1. What disease does Barudon treat?
Barudon contains two different medicines, called aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide. This is a drug belonging to the group of antacids. Barudon's mechanism of action is by creating a neutralizing reaction, which helps reduce the amount of acid in the stomach.
Accordingly, Barudon drug treats the following diseases:
sour or when the stomach excretes too much acid Gastritis Intestinal ulceration
2. Notes before taking Barudon
Patients should not take Barudon if:
Are allergic to aluminum hydroxide or magnesium hydroxide or any of the other ingredients in Barudon Fatigue, weakness Kidney problems Have severe stomach pain Sugar blockage In addition, Barudon may interact with or affect the following drugs:
Some medicines used to treat infections such as tetracycline, ciprofloxacin, rifampicin and ketoconazole Antimalarial drugs such as chloroquine and hydroxychloroquine Chlorpromazine - used for psychiatric conditions Vitamin Polystyrene sulphonate - used to treat hyperkalemia
3. How to use Barudon?
Barudon is available in sachets containing an oral suspension, so shake well to ensure proper mixing of the product. If necessary, you can dilute Barudon with water or milk to make it easier to take.
Adults, the elderly and children from 14 years of age and older can take 1 pack each time, 2 to 3 times a day. Accordingly, you should take 20 minutes to 1 hour after meals and before going to bed. Children under 14 years of age are not recommended to use Barudon.
4. Possible side effects when taking Barudon
The following effects may occur when taking Barudon medicine are diarrhea, feeling of bloating and cramping pain in the abdomen, vomiting, indigestion, heartburn, constipation, loss of appetite, dry mouth.
In addition, the use of Barudon has also been reported other rare side effects, especially when used for a long time, such as electrolyte disturbances due to hypermagnesaemia, hypophosphatemia, hypokalemia due to excess aluminum concentration in the blood. body.
In summary, Barudon is one of the antacids, which works by neutralizing the amount of acid in the stomach. The drug is in liquid form, so when using, shake well before use and away from meals for the best effect. Although the use of Barudon is generally relatively safe for long-term use, you should consult with your doctor to be combined with other classes of digestive drugs to reduce the risk of potential electrolyte disturbances. hidden occurs.
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References: medicines.org.uk, nuh.com.sg, patient.info
