ALCID TAB

Overview

ALCID TAB is a Schedule H drug.

ALCID TAB is composed of: MAGNESIUM (550.0 MG), ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE (300.0 MG), SIMETHICONE (40.0 MG)


Aluminum is a naturally occurring mineral. Aluminum hydroxide is an antacid and alkalizer.
Aluminum hydroxide is used to treat heartburn, upset stomach, sour stomach, acid indigestion, stomach ulcers. Aluminum hydroxide is also used to reduce phosphate levels in people with certain kidney conditions.

Simethicone is used to relieve symptoms of extra gas caused by air swallowing or certain foods/infant formulas. Simethicone helps break up gas bubbles in the gut.Simethicone is an antifoaming medicine. It disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.Simethicone treat the symptoms of gas such as uncomfortable or painful pressure, fullness, and bloating.

Usage

ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE is generally used to treat: Ulcer, Stomach
ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE can address symptoms like: Heartburn, Abdomen Upset Stomach

SIMETHICONE is generally used to treat: Gas, Flatulence, Stomach Pain
SIMETHICONE can address symptoms like: Increased Passing Gas, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Abdomen Pain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 1month

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first

How Do I Take It?

ALCID TAB is generally taken After Food.

Precautions for ALCID TAB and its Constituents

Take this medicine with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Shake the oral suspension (liquid) before you measure a dose. Use the dosing syringe provided, or use a medicine dose-measuring device (not a kitchen spoon). Do not take aluminum hydroxide for longer than 2 weeks without your doctor’s advice.

• You should not use this medication if you are allergic to simethicone.
• The liquid form may contain phenylalanine. Talk to your doctor before using this form of simethicone if you have phenylketonuriaUse exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
• Do not take more of this medication than is directed.
• Simethicone works best if you take it after meals and at bedtime.
• The simethicone chewable tablet must be chewed before swallowing.
• Measure liquid medicine with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup. If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.
• Simethicone liquid drops can be mixed with water, baby formula, or other liquids to make swallowing easier for an infant or child.
• Ask a doctor or pharmacist before using any other stomach medicine or antacid.

Symptoms of Overdosage

ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE over-dosage can result in: Constipation, Weight Loss (intentional), Confusion, Mood Swings, Decreased Urination

Common Side-Effects

ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE : Body Itching, Wheezing, Tightness, Difficulty Breathing, Difficulty Swallowing, Slurred Speech, Hoarse Voice, Mouth Swelling, Constipation
SIMETHICONE : Diarrhoea, Skin Rash, Itchy Skin, Hives, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Body Burning Sensation

Serious Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Difficulty Breathing, Face Swelling, Swollen Lips, Swollen Tongue

Rare Side-Effects

SIMETHICONE : Dizziness

Technical Classification

ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE is categorized as:

• ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
• PHOSPHATE BINDERS / MISCELLANEOUS AGENTS

SIMETHICONE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS GI AGENTS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ALCID TAB

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALCID TAB

INR 12 for 9 TABLETS

MAGNESIUM 550.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

7 LA SUSP	INR 65.8 for 200 ML SUSPENSION	MAGNESIUM 50 MG/ML, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 50 MG/ML, SIMETHICONE 10 MG/ML, OXETACAINE 2 MG/ML
ACIFIX SUSP	INR 56.7 for 180 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID
ALLUGEL MPS TAB	INR 3.75 for 8 TABLETS	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG
ALZIMIN ORAL GEL	INR 49.95 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 50.0 MG
AMPRACID MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP	INR 59.37 for 170 ML SYRUP	MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
ANTAGIT DS 400MG/400MG/50MG ORAL GEL	INR 54 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
BRAND.NAME SUSP	INR 72 for 200 ML SUSPENSION	MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG, DICYCLOMINE 5.0 MG
CATOXYMAG N SUSP	INR 34.81 for 200 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID
DIGECAINE TAB	INR 90 for 15 TABLETS	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 600.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG
DIGUSIL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SUSP	INR 59 for 170 ML SUSPENSION	MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
DISOCAIN SUSP	INR 76 for 175 ML SYRUP	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 50 MG/ML, MAGNESIUM 50 MG/ML, SIMETHICONE 10 MG/ML, OXETACAINE 2 MG/ML
DISOGEL CARDAMOM SUSP	INR 65.45 for 175 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
DISOGEL PINEAPPLE SUSP	INR 65.45 for 175 ML SUSPENSION	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , MAGNESIUM , SIMETHICONE
DISOGEL TAB	INR 8.6 for 10 TABLETS	SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
HAPPICID ORAL GEL	INR 85.5 for 120 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 600.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 300.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG
HYPOCID 300MG/200MG/25MG ORAL GEL	INR 65.01 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 200.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG
LITACID ORAL GEL	INR 65.45 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
LOMECID SUSP	INR 46.77 for 150 ML SUSPENSION	SIMETHICONE , MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
LUPIGENE 300MG/150MG/25MG SYP	INR 288.57 for 170 ML SYRUP	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 25.0 MG
MARCID 250MG/250MG/50MG ORAL GEL	INR 70 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
MONORIN MPS	INR 19.06 for 170 ML LIQUID	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
NUCID TAB	INR 42.86 for 10 TABLETS	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 400.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 400.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 30.0 MG
NUCOOL ORAL GEL	INR 37.5 for 200 ML ORAL GEL	SIMETHICONE , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , MAGNESIUM
OC GEL MPS 250MG/250MG/50MG SYP	INR 50 for 170 ML SYRUP	MAGNESIUM 250.0 MG, ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
PILCID ORAL GEL	INR 25.25 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 5000.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 125.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 100.0 MG
RELCER MPS ORAL GEL	INR 24.75 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 250.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 50.0 MG, SIMETHICONE
SILOXOGENE 225MG/200MG/50MG ORAL GEL	INR 36.16 for 200 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 225.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 200.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 50.0 MG
TRICAINE MPS ORAL GEL	INR 94.1 for 200 ML ORAL GEL	ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE 300.0 MG, MAGNESIUM 150.0 MG, SIMETHICONE 40.0 MG, OXETACAINE 10.0 MG
VISCO ORAL GEL	INR 40.65 for 170 ML ORAL GEL	MAGNESIUM , ALGINIC ACID , SIMETHICONE , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE
VISCO TAB	INR 6.4 for 10 TABLETS	MAGNESIUM , ALUMINIUM HYDROXIDE , ALGINIC ACID , SIMETHICONE