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| Pronunciation |
 (a
LOO mi num hye DROKS ide & mag
NEE zhum trye SIL i kate) |
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| U.S. Brand Names |
| Gaviscon®-2 Tablet [OTC]; Gaviscon® Tablet [OTC] |
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| Generic Available |
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Yes |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Antacid |
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| Use |
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Temporary relief of hyperacidity |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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C |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Adults: Oral: Chew 2-4 tablets 4 times/day or as directed by physician |
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| Dietary Considerations |
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Should be administered 1-3 hours after meals with water, milk, or juice |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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Aluminum and magnesium ions prevent gastrointestinal absorption of tetracycline by forming a large ionized chelated molecule with the tetracyclines in the stomach. Aluminum hydroxide prevents GI absorption of ketoconazole and itraconazole by increasing the pH in the GI tract. Any of these drugs should be administered at least 1 hour before aluminum hydroxide. |
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| Patient Information |
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Chew tablets; do not swallow whole; can dilute liquid in water or juice |
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| Nursing Implications |
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Tablets should be chewed and not swallowed whole; can dilute liquid in water or juice |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Tablet, chewable: Gaviscon®-2: Aluminum hydroxide 160 mg and magnesium trisilicate 40 mg |
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