Gelupac Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Dried Al hydroxide 200 mg, Mg hydroxide 200 mg

Indications/Uses

Relief from discomfort of painful wind, indigestion, heartburn & excess acidity.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & childn >12 yr 1 or 2 tab, 5-12 yr 1 tab.

Overdosage

View Gelupac overdosage for action to be taken in the event of an overdose.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 1-2 hr after meals & at bedtime. Chew tab thoroughly before swallowing.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity. Hypophosphatemia.

Special Precautions

Renal impairment. Pregnancy. Not recommended in childn <5 yr.

Use In Pregnancy & Lactation

Adverse Reactions

Occasional diarrhoea or constipation.

Drug Interactions

May interfere w/ absorption of tetracyclines, chloroquine, penicillamine, phenothiazines & quinolones.

Storage

View Gelupac storage conditions for details to ensure optimal shelf-life.

Description

View Gelupac description for details of the chemical structure and excipients (inactive components).

MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02AD01 - ordinary salt combinations ; Belongs to the class of combinations and complexes of aluminium, calcium and magnesium-containing antacids.

Regulatory Classification

OTC

Presentation/Packing

Form

Gelupac chewable tab

Packing/Price

10 × 10's

Gelupac