Products Hydrotalcite was approved in many countries since 1992 and was commercially available as a suspension (Rennie Gel Hydrotalcite, off label). In Germany, it is also available as chewable tablets (Talcid, generic). Structure and properties Hydrotalcite (Al2Mg6(OH)16CO3 – 4H2O, Mr = 531.9 g/mol) is a magnesium aluminum hydroxide carbonate hydrate with a layered lattice structure. … Hydrotalcite
Talcid® is a drug for binding excess gastric acid and thus belongs to the antacid drug group. It is therefore used when the symptomatic treatment of diseases is to be carried out by binding gastric acid. This is the case with gastric and duodenal ulcers (Ulcus ventriculi and Ulcus duodeni), as well as heartburn and … Talcid®
Side effects In addition to the desired effects of the drug Talcid®, undesirable effects and thus side effects may also occur under certain circumstances. These include the following with Talcid®: If side effects are observed, the treating physician must be consulted, who can then adjust the dose of the drug Talcid® accordingly. Diarrhea, vomiting, increased … Side effects | Talcid®
Effects on the operation of machines and traffic participation According to previous observations, Talcid® does not restrict the ability to drive or operate machines, so no special precautions are necessary. Pregnancy and lactation The intake should be discussed in advance with the treating physician, since a possible aluminum contamination of the child is to be … Effects on the operation of machines and traffic participation | Talcid®
Synonyms in a broader sense Sodium hydrogen carbonate Calcium carbonate Magnesium carbonate Algeldrat Hydrotalcite Magaldrate Maaloxan Progastrite Ancid Megalac Talcid Riopan Simaphil Definition Antacids (anti = against; lat. acidum = acid) are drugs that bind stomach acid. Antacids are mainly used to treat heartburn and stomach acid-related complaints. Antacids are a relatively old group of … Antacids
Instructions for use Antacids are best taken half an hour to hour after eating. If you suffer from heartburn at night, it is also recommended that you take them before bedtime. The tablet can either be sucked or chewed. It is not advisable to take it before a meal or on an empty stomach, as … Instructions for use | Antacids
