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Algelstad is a medicine that neutralizes gastric acid, used to treat inflammation and ulcers of the stomach and duodenum. This is a symptomatic medication that can quickly relieve unpleasant symptoms. However, when using the patient also need to pay attention to some things to limit the risk of side effects of the drug.1. What is Algelstad?
Algelstad drug has the main ingredient Aluminum phosphate, this is a medicine used to treat the symptoms of esophagitis, acute and chronic gastritis, stomach and duodenal ulcers. Besides, the drug is also used to treat complications of diaphragmatic hernia, colitis.
Algelstad drug is prepared in the form of an oral suspension with a white, viscous, homogeneous, milky aroma. When taken orally, the drug is usually very little absorbed into the body and therefore almost does not affect the acid-alkaline balance of the body.
2. What does Algelstad do?
The main ingredient of Algelstad is aluminum phosphate, it has the following effects:
Aluminum phosphate (aluminum phosphate) is a drug that neutralizes stomach acid. When taken orally, the drug will dissolve slowly in the stomach and react slowly with acid hydrochloride to form soluble aluminum chloride, a small amount is absorbed into the body. Therefore, the drug will reduce excess gastric acid, reduce symptoms caused by increased stomach acid. A small amount of aluminum chloride formed is absorbed and rapidly eliminated by the kidneys. Aluminum phosphate gel has a colloidal form that creates a protective film similar to mucus, which helps to cover the surface of the gastrointestinal mucosa, protecting the digestive mucosa. This membrane helps to quickly heal inflammation and ulcers, protects the stomach lining against the effects of gastric juice, and makes the patient feel comfortable right away. Thanks to the above uses, the drug is indicated in the following cases:
Treatment of symptoms in gastroesophageal reflux disease, esophagitis; acute and chronic gastritis, gastric and duodenal ulcers. Relieve symptoms caused by increased stomach acid such as burning sensation, heartburn, heartburn, increased acid secretion during pregnancy. Stomach disorders caused by taking other drugs, improper diet or after consuming too much nicotine, coffee, or spicy foods. Complications of diaphragmatic hernia, colitis.
3. Dosage and how to take Algelstad
How to use: The drug is prepared in the form of an oral suspension, so it is used orally. Patients should drink after eating or drinking when feeling pain.
Dosage: The recommended dose of Algelstad is 1 to 2 sachets per time.
4. Some notes when using Algelstad
When using the drug, you should note a few things:
Do not use for people with a history of hypersensitivity to aluminum (aluminum) or hypersensitivity to any ingredient in the preparation. Before using, you need to carefully read the instructions and ingredients of the drug to know the ingredients that you are allergic to. When taking the drug can cause some unwanted effects because this drug increases the ability to tighten the mucosa, so it can cause constipation and when used in high doses, it can cause intestinal obstruction. Algestad should be used with caution in cases such as: People with severe constipation should not use the drug because the most common side effect of the drug is constipation, so when used it will aggravate the user's condition. Do not use high doses and use for a long time in patients with renal failure. For pregnant women: Aluminum phosphate can be used in pregnant women, but high doses should be avoided for a long time. Lactation: Although aluminum can be excreted in breast milk, it is usually excreted in small amounts, not enough to cause harm to a nursing infant. Therefore, it can be used by lactating women. When taking the drug, you need to combine it with a suitable diet, avoid stress, adjust better living habits, do not stay up late and eat late at night. Thereby helping to improve symptoms and reduce the duration of medication. Do not use when the medicine has expired, when there are signs of deterioration. Store the medicine in a cool and dry place. Possible Drug Interactions: Aluminum phosphate may alter the rate and extent of absorption of other medicinal products when administered concurrently by altering the transit time of the gastrointestinal tract, or may be due to complexation with the drug. Some drugs that cause interactions include:
Tetracycline will form a complex with Aluminum phosphate, so when used together, it reduces the effect of the drug. Therefore, when taking tetracycline, it must be 1 to 2 hours before or after using Algelstad. Aluminum phosphate also reduces the absorption of some drugs, including digoxin, indomethacin, iron, isoniazid, clodiazepoxid, naproxen. Aluminum phosphate may increase the absorption of drugs: dicoumarol, pseudoephedrine, diazepam. Care should be taken to adjust the dose accordingly. Aluminum phosphate increases urine pH (urine alkalinization), thereby reducing elimination of weakly alkaline drugs such as amphetamines and quinidines and increasing elimination of weak acid drugs (such as aspirin). Above is some information about the drug Algelstad. Although effective in treatment, you should not abuse the drug for a long time, because this drug is only used to temporarily relieve symptoms. Prolonged use may increase the risk of side effects and affect the absorption of other substances.
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