Genacid | 250 mg Tablet
Price: 0.00Generic: Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide
Manufactured By: General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.Variant: Tablet 400 mg
Composition
- Genacid Tablet: Each tablet contains Aluminium Hydroxide BP 250 mg and Magnesium Hydroxide BP 400 mg.
- Genacid Suspension: Each 5 ml contains Aluminium Hydroxide Gel BP equivalent to Aluminium hydroxide BP 200 mg and Magnesium Hydroxide BP 400 mg.
Pharmacology
Genacid tablet and suspension are well-balanced combination of essential non-systemic Genacid which excel in efficacy and palatability. These are dependable antacid preparations without acid rebound, constipating or cathertic effects. Both the preparations provide symptomatic relief of hyperacidity associated with heartburn, acid ingestion or sour stomach.
Aluminium hydroxide gel, a slow acting Genacid and an adsorbent with prolonged effect, has high neutralizing power. Magnesium Hydroxide possesses a slow but sustained acid neutralizing property. Genacid of both tablet and suspension possess adsorbent property. They form a protecting coating over the ulcer surface facilitating its healing; thus protecting the sensitive mucosa of stomach and duodenum from further irritation.
Indications
• Hyperacidity • Gastritis, heart burn and dyspepsia. • Peptic ulcer, gastric ulcer, duodenal ulcer etc.
Dosage And Administration
- Genacid Tablet: After meal, 2 tablets 3-4 times daily by chewing or as advised by the physician.
- Genacid Suspension: After meal, 2 teaspoonful Genacid suspension 3-4 times daily or as advised by the physician.
Contraindication
Genacid should not be used if the patient has the deficiency of phosphate and in case of patient with kidney failure. Genacid is contraindicated in hypophosphataemia. It is also contraindicated in alkalosis and hypermagnesaemia where abdominal distention may be due to partial or complete intestinal obstruction.
Warning And Precaution
Genacid containing Aluminium Hydroxide should not be taken concomitant with any form of Tetracycline & Digoxin as the absorption of latter may be affected.
Side Effects
Genacid has little or no side effect. Diarrhoea or constipation may occur occasionally. Long term use of any antacid results in alkaluria, which may predispose to nephrolithiasis by forming precipitation of calcium phosphate.
Use in Pregnancy And Lactation
It is advised to avoid antacid preparations in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Drug Interactions
Genacid reduce absorption of different groups of drugs such as- Antibacterials, Antiepileptics, Antifungals, Antimalarials, Antipsychotics.
Storage
Store in cool and dry place, out of reach of children.