Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers
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MAALOX MAX STR |
| Manufacturer |
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Novartis Consumer Health |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antacid + antiflatulent. |
| Generic Name |
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Aluminum hydroxide 500mg, magnesium hydroxide 450mg, simethicone 40mg; per 5mL; liq; mint or cherry flavor. |
| Also |
• MAALOX
• 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; max 60mL/day. |
| 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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