Acicol O Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acicol o syrup used for?
Acicol O Syrup is used for the relief of acidity, heartburn, and gas. It contains Magaldrate, an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid, and Simethicone, which reduces gas bubbles. This combination provides fast relief from indigestion and bloating. It is typically taken after meals and at bedtime.
- Generic Name: Magaldrate + Simethicone
- Manufacturer: Positive Medicare Pvt Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: A
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acicol o syrup Uses & Benefits
Relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, gas, and bloating.
Off-label uses: None commonly reported.
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Magaldrate + Simethicone |
| Brand Name | Aciloc-S Suspension Sugar Free |
| Manufacturer | Positive Medicare Pvt Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Antacid + Antiflatulent |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (20-25ยฐC); protect from freezing. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Magaldrate neutralizes gastric acid; Simethicone reduces surface tension of gas bubbles, facilitating their expulsion.
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take acicol o syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acicol o syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Diarrhea
- Constipation
- Nausea
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Hypophosphatemia (with prolonged high doses)
- Magnesium toxicity (in renal impairment)
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Allergic reactions
- Metabolic alkalosis (rare)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tetracycline | Major | Reduced absorption of tetracycline |
| Iron supplements | Moderate | Decreased iron absorption |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Reduced digoxin absorption |
๐จ Major Interactions
- Tetracyclines
- Quinolones
โก Moderate Interactions
- Iron supplements
- Digoxin
- Thyroid hormones
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Vitamin D
- Calcium supplements
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Dairy products may reduce efficacy
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction.
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component; severe renal impairment (due to magnesium accumulation).
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Symptom relief; renal function in prolonged use.
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Generally considered safe; minimal systemic absorption.
๐ Overdose Management
May cause diarrhea or constipation; supportive care.
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as needed; if on scheduled dosing, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule.
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
โญ User Reviews
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.