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Magaldrate and Simethicone
Pronunciation
U.S. Brand Names
Generic Available
Canadian Brand Names
Synonyms
Pharmacological Index
Use
Pregnancy Risk Factor
Usual Dosage
Dietary Considerations
Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions
Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment
Patient Information
Nursing Implications
Dosage Forms

Pronunciation
(MAG al drate & sye METH i kone)

U.S. Brand Names
Riopan Plus®[OTC]

Generic Available

Yes


Canadian Brand Names
Riopan® Plus Extra Strength

Synonyms
Simethicone and Magaldrate

Pharmacological Index

Antacid; Antiflatulent


Use

Relief of hyperacidity associated with peptic ulcer, gastritis, peptic esophagitis and hiatal hernia which are accompanied by symptoms of gas


Pregnancy Risk Factor

C


Usual Dosage

Adults: Oral: 5-10 mL between meals and at bedtime


Dietary Considerations

Should be administered on empty stomach


Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions

No information available to require special precautions


Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment

No effects or complications reported


Patient Information

See individual agents. Pregnancy precautions: Inform prescriber if you are or intend to get pregnant.


Nursing Implications

Administer 1-2 hours apart from oral drugs; shake suspensions well

Monitor for constipation, fecal impaction, diarrhea, and hypophosphatemia


Dosage Forms

Suspension, oral: Magaldrate 480 mg and simethicone 20 mg per 5 mL (360 mL)


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