acifix suspension
What is acifix suspension used for?
This medicine contains Aluminium Hydroxide (125mg) + Magnesium (250mg) and is used to treat GASTRO INTESTINAL. Neutralizes gastric acid by chemical reaction, increasing gastric pH.. Always consult your doctor before use.
- Generic Name: Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium
- Manufacturer: Morepen Laboratories Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Category A
- Prescription Required: Yes
💊 acifix suspension Uses & Benefits
Symptomatic relief of heartburn, acid indigestion, dyspepsia, and gastroesophageal reflux.
Off-label uses: Prevention of stress ulcers (not standard).
📋 Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium |
| Brand Name | Antacid Tablet |
| Manufacturer | Morepen Laboratories Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | GASTRO INTESTINAL |
| Action Class | Antacid |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from moisture. |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Neutralizes gastric acid by chemical reaction, increasing gastric pH.
Mechanism Steps
💡 How to Take acifix suspension
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
⚠️ Side Effects of acifix suspension
✅ Common Side Effects
🚨 Serious Side Effects
⚠️ Rare Side Effects
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
🔬 Drug Interactions
| Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Tetracyclines | Major | Reduced absorption of tetracycline |
| Fluoroquinolones | Major | Reduced absorption of fluoroquinolone |
| Iron supplements | Major | Reduced iron absorption |
| Bisphosphonates | Major | Reduced bisphosphonate absorption |
| Digoxin | Moderate | Possible reduced digoxin absorption |
| Indomethacin | Moderate | Possible reduced indomethacin absorption |
| Isoniazid | Moderate | Reduced isoniazid absorption |
| Ranitidine | Minor | Possible altered absorption |
| Famotidine | Minor | Possible altered absorption |
🚨 Major Interactions
- Tetracyclines
- Fluoroquinolones
- Iron supplements
- Bisphosphonates
⚡ Moderate Interactions
- Digoxin
- Indomethacin
- Isoniazid
🍷 Alcohol Interaction
No significant interaction.
🛡️ Safety & Warnings
🚫 Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to any component, severe renal impairment, hypophosphatemia.
🤱 Lactation Safety
Safe; minimal systemic absorption.
💊 Overdose Management
May cause constipation or diarrhea; supportive care. Monitor electrolytes in severe cases.
⏰ Missed Dose
Take as needed; if on a schedule, skip missed dose and continue regular schedule.