acifix suspension - Aluminium Hydroxide (125mg) + Magnesium (250mg) medicine

acifix suspension

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🏭 Morepen Laboratories Ltd 📦 Varies by brand 💊 Allopathy 📅 Updated: Sep 21, 2026
📋 Prescription Required 💊 Generic Available
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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
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💊 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 NameAntacid Tablet
ManufacturerMorepen Laboratories Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassGASTRO INTESTINAL
Action ClassAntacid
Route of AdministrationOral
StorageStore at room temperature (15-30°C), protect from moisture.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

🔬 How This Medicine Works (Pharmacology)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionNot significantly absorbed; acts locally in the gastrointestinal tract.
DistributionMinimal systemic distribution due to poor absorption.
Protein BindingNot applicable (minimal absorption).
MetabolismNot metabolized.
Half-LifeNot applicable.
ExcretionExcreted in feces as unabsorbed drug.
BioavailabilityNot applicable (local action).
Onset of ActionRapid (within minutes).
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable.
Duration of Action30-60 minutes depending on gastric emptying.

How It Works

Neutralizes gastric acid by chemical reaction, increasing gastric pH.

Mechanism Steps

1Aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide react with hydrochloric acid in the stomach.
2Neutralization reaction produces aluminium chloride, magnesium chloride, and water.
3Gastric pH increases, reducing acidity.
4Relief of symptoms occurs as acid-related irritation is decreased.

💡 How to Take acifix suspension

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

⚠️ Side Effects of acifix suspension

✅ Common Side Effects

Constipation
Diarrhea
Nausea

🚨 Serious Side Effects

Milk-alkali syndrome (with excessive use)
Hypophosphatemia
Hypermagnesemia

⚠️ Rare Side Effects

Allergic reactions
Osteomalacia (long-term high doses)

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.

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