Monograph Details
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Gastrointestinal Tract
> Hyperacidity, GERD, and ulcers
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MAALOX THERAPEUTIC CONCENTRATE |
| 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 600mg, magnesium hydroxide 300mg; per 5mL; liq; mint flavor. |
| Also |
• MAALOX
• MAALOX MAX STR
• MAALOX MAX STR TABS
• MAALOX TABS
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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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5–10mL 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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