Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers
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MAALOX |
| Manufacturer |
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Novartis Consumer Health |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antacid. |
| Generic Name |
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Aluminum hydroxide 225mg, magnesium hydroxide 200mg; per 5mL; liq; mint, lemon or cherry flavor. |
| Also |
• MAALOX MAX STR
• MAALOX MAX STR TABS
• MAALOX TABS
• MAALOX THERAPEUTIC CONCENTRATE
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| Indications |
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Heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach, upset stomach. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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10–20mL 4 times daily. |
| Precautions |
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Impaired renal function (aluminum/magnesium forms). |
| Interactions |
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Reduces absorption of tetracyclines, possibly other drugs. |
| How Supplied |
Susp (mint)—5oz, 12oz, 26oz
Susp (lemon, cherry)—12oz, 26oz
Therapeutic Conc—12oz
Tabs (berry, wintergreen)—45, 85
Tabs (lemon)—30, 45, 85
Max Str tabs—35, 65
Max Str susp (lemon)—5oz, 12oz, 26oz
Max Str susp (mint, cherry)—12oz, 26oz |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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