OXECONE S (ANTACID) 200ML

Description

Oxecone s (antacid) is indicated for:

Hyperacidity
Flatulence
Gastric ulcer
Duodenal ulcer
Gastritis
Stomach distension

Precautions and warnings
Renal dysfunction, low phosphate diet, prolonged use.

Side-effects of Oxecone s (antacid)
Diarrhoea
Constipation
Nausea
Vomiting.

Drug Interactions
Aluminium Hydroxide: Absorption is improved when combined with citrates or ascorbic acid. Allopurinol, tetracyclines, quinolones, cephalosporins, biphosphonate derivatives, corticosteroids, cyclosporin, delavirdine, Fe salts, imidazole antifungals, isoniazid, mycophenolate, penicillamine, phosphate supplements, phenytoin, phenothiazines, trientine, phenytoin, phenothia.

Tetracyclines and biphosphonates are less absorbed when magnesium hydroxide is present. After about 2 hours, these and other medications should be administered separately.

Contraindications
Hypophosphataemia.

Mode of actions
By neutralizing the HCl in the stomach, aluminum hydroxide forms aluminum chloride salt and water.