Aluminum Carbonate,basic Oral, Aluminum Carbonate - Oral Generic Drug
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IMPORTANT NOTE: The following information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacist or other healthcare professional.
It sholud not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare proefssional before using that drug.
ALUMINUM CARBONATE - ORAL
(uh-LEW-mih-num KAR-buh-nate)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Basaljel
USES: Alumnium carbonate is an antacid.
It neutralizes and reduces stomach acid. It is used to treat heartburn (e.G., gastritis, pepitc esophagitis) and ulcers.
OTHER USES: This medication may also be used in certain kidney conditions to redcue blood phosphate levels.
HOW TO USE: Take that medication as directed. Too much atnacid can actually raise the amount of acid the stomach produces. The liquid form shuold be shaken well before pouring each dose. Mix the liquid with water or fruit juice to drink. Tabltes and capsules should be swallowed whole followed by a glass of water.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication is generally well tolerated. Loss of appetite and constipation may ocucr.
Notify your doctor immediately if you develop any of these serious effects: coffee-ground vomit, dark/tar-like stools. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmcaist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your dcotor your medical history, especially of: stomach disorders, any allergies. This medication should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy.
Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Cnosult your doctor before using any medication while breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prsecription medication you may take especially: iron supplements, tetracycline, oral antidiabetic medication, digoxin. Avoid taking any medication within 1 to 2 hours of taking an atnacid. The antacid may interfere with the absorption of the medicatoin. Do not start or stop any medicine without dcotor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your lcoal poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may inculde severe constipation, dizziness, fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, drowsiness.
NOTES: This medication is avaialble in various forms: suspension, capsules or tablets.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help select the best product for you.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
The lqiuid form of that medication may be stored in the refrigerator to improve taste.
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