Maalox Plus Tablets
dried aluminium hydroxide gel 200mg
magnesium hydroxide 200mg
simeticone 25mg
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Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to use Maalox Plus Tablets carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice
- You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve
- If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist
In this leaflet:
- 1. What Maalox Plus Tablets are and what they are used for
- 2. Before you take Maalox Plus Tablets
- 3. How to take Maalox Plus Tablets
- 4. Possible side effects
- 5. How to store Maalox Plus Tablets
- 6. Further information
What Maalox Plus Tablets are and what they are used for
Maalox Plus Tablets contain three different medicines:
- The first two medicines are called dried aluminium hydroxide gel and magnesium hydroxide. They belong to a group of medicines called antacids.
- The other medicine is called simeticone. It belongs to a group of medicines called anti-foaming agents.
Maalox Plus Tablets is used for:
- The relief of indigestion (dyspepsia)
- Heartburn
- Wind (flatulence)
Maalox Plus Tablets work by lowering the amount of acid in your stomach. The anti-foaming agent in Maalox Plus Tablets helps to remove gas from your stomach.
Before you take Maalox Plus Tablets
Do not take Maalox Plus Tablets if:
- You are allergic (hypersensitive) to dried aluminium hydroxide gel, magnesium hydroxide, simeticone or any of the other ingredients in Maalox Plus Tablets (see Section 6: Further information)
Signs of an allergic reaction include: a rash, swallowing or breathing problems, swelling of your lips, face, throat or tongue - You are feeling very weak and have no energy (debilitated)
- You have kidney problems
Do not take this medicine if any of the above apply to you. If you are not sure, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Maalox Plus Tablets.
Taking other medicines
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines. This includes medicines you buy without a prescription, including herbal medicines.
Maalox Plus Tablets should not be taken at the same time as other medicines. This is because Maalox Plus Tablets can affect the way other medicines work. If Maalox Plus Tablets are taken within one hour of any other medicine, they can affect the uptake of that medicine into the blood.
Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if:
- You are pregnant, might become pregnant, or think you may be pregnant
- You are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed
Important information about some of the ingredients of Maalox Plus Tablets
Maalox Plus Tablets contain dextrose, confectioners sugar and sorbitol (E420). If you have been told by your doctor that you cannot tolerate or digest some sugars, talk to your doctor before taking this medicine.
How to take Maalox Plus Tablets
Taking this medicine
- Take this medicine by mouth
- Chew the tablets well before swallowing
Adults including the elderly
- Take one or two tablets 4 times each day
- Take 20 minutes to one hour after meals and at bedtime or as required
Children
Maalox Plus Tablets are not recommended for children
If the symptoms do not go away, talk to your doctor.
If you take more Maalox Plus Tablets than you should
Talk to your doctor or go to a hospital straight away. Remember to take any medicine that is left with you so the doctor knows what you have taken.
Possible side effects
Like all medicines, Maalox Plus Tablets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects get serious or lasts longer than a few days. Also tell them if you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet:
- Constipation
- Diarrhoea
These side effects can happen, but are not common.
How to store Maalox Plus Tablets
Keep this medicine in a safe place where children cannot see or reach it
Do not use Maalox Plus Tablets after the expiry date which is stated on the carton and foil after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Further information
What Maalox Plus Tablets contain
- Each tablet contains: 200mg of dried aluminium hydroxide gel, 200mg of magnesium hydroxide and 25 mg of simeticone
- The other ingredients are: purified water, swiss creme powder 13773, spray dried lemon flavour S260, magnesium stearate, talc, anhydrous citric acid, anhydrous dextrose, saccharin sodium, sorbitol crystalline powder, sorbitol solution, yellow lake blend LB737, instant corn starch, maize starch, confectioners sugar and mannitol powder
What Maalox Plus Tablets looks like and contents of the pack
Maalox Plus Tablets have a white layer with “Maalox Plus” embossed on it and a yellow layer with “Rorer” embossed on it. They taste of lemon/cream.
Maalox Plus Tablets are made in blister packs containing 10, 12, 20, 24, 30, 36, 40, 48, 50, 60, 70, 72, 80, 84, 90, 96, and 100 tablets or tubes containing 12, 24, 36, 48, 72 and 144 tablets. Not all pack sizes may be available.
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This leaflet does not contain all the information about your medicine. If you have any questions or are not sure about anything, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet was last revised in August 2007.
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