Entacyd Plus Tablet 400mg+400mg+30mg

Entacyd Plus Tablet

This is indicated for symptomatic relief of hyperacidity associated with the peptic ulcer, gastritis, peptic oesophagitis, gastric hyperacidity, heartburn, sour stomach or hiatus hernia. It is effective in the prevention of stress ulceration and GI bleeding. It acts as an antiflatulent to alleviate the symptoms of gas including post operative gas pain. This rapidly relieves acid

Composition

Each tablet contains

• Dried Aluminium Hydroxide Gel BP (Al2O3, 47% minimum): 425.53 mg
• Magnesium Hydroxide BP: 400 mg
• Simethicone USP: 30 mg

• Aluminium Oxide (Equivalent amount of Aluminium Hydroxide Gel USP): 200 mg
• Magnesium Hydroxide (Equivalent amount of Magnesium Hydroxide Paste USP): 400 mg
• Simethicone USP: 30 mg

Pharmacology

This is the mixture of non-systemic acid neutralizing substances and antiflatulent. This preparation offers reliability as well as long action. Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium Hydroxide induce the relief of ulcer by neutralizing gastric acid secreted from parietal cells of the stomach.

 Interaction

All antacids may increase or decrease the rate and/or extent of absorption of concomitantly administered oral drugs. 

Contraindications

This should not be administered in patients with renal failure or hypophosphataemia or in those who are severely debilitated. It is also contraindicated in alkalosis and hypermagnesaemia, where abdominal distention may be due to partial or complete intestinal obstruction.

Side Effects

Gastrointestinal side effects are uncommon. Occasionally, if excessive amount is consumed, diarrhea, constipation or regurgitation may occur.

Pregnancy & LactationIt

is advised to avoid antacid preparations in the first trimester of pregnancy.

Precautions & Warnings

This should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease.

Therapeutic Class

Antacids

Storage Conditions

Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.