In this manual :
1. WHAT IS MAALOX EASY, drinkable suspension in sachet-dose and WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
2. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING MAALOX EYEBIT, drinkable suspension in sachet-dose?
3. HOW TO TAKE MAALOX EASTERN BLOODS, drinkable suspension in sachet-dose?
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO CONSERVE MAALOX MAUX D'ESTOMAC, drinkable suspension in sachet-dose?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS MAALOX EASTERN BLOOD, oral suspension in sachet and WHAT IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic class
Not applicable.
This medicine is indicated in adults (from 15 years of age) for heartburn and acid reflux.
2. WHAT DO YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE TAKING MAALOX EYEWEEDS, drinkable suspension in sachet-dose?
List of information needed before taking the medicine
If your doctor has informed you of an intolerance to certain sugars, contact him/her before taking this medicine.
Do not take MAALOX EASY, drinkable suspension in a sachet in case:
- a history of allergy to any of the components of the medication,
- serious kidney disease.
In case of doubt, it is essential to ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Precautions for use; special warnings
Be careful with MAALOX EYEBUTTER, drinkable suspension in sachet:
Warnings:
You should only use this medicine on the advice of your doctor:
- if your disorders are associated with weight loss,
- if you have difficulty swallowing or persistent abdominal discomfort,
- if you are experiencing digestive problems for the first time or if these problems have recently changed,
- if you have kidney disease (kidney failure) or if you are on dialysis, you should consult a doctor because MAALOX BALLONNEMENTS, chewable tablet contains aluminium and magnesium. The accumulation of aluminium and magnesium can lead to serious neurological disease (encephalopathy).
This medicine contains sorbitol. The use of this medicine is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance (rare hereditary disease).
This medicine contains sucrose. The use of this medicinal product is not recommended in patients with fructose intolerance, glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome or sucrase/isomaltase deficiency (rare hereditary diseases).
This medicine contains 3.15 g of sucrose per dose sachet which should be taken into account in the daily ration in case of low sugar diet or in case of diabetes.
Precautions for use:
If the intensity and/or frequency of symptoms persist without improvement or worsen after 10 days of treatment, do not increase the dose but seek the advice of your doctor or pharmacist.
If in doubt, do not hesitate to ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Interactions with other medicines
Taking or using other medicines:
Do not take antacids and other medicines at the same time.
The other medicine can be taken at a distance from the antacid (e.g. 2 hours before).
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This medicine contains antacids (aluminium hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide). Other medicines contain them. Do not combine them, so as not to exceed the maximum recommended doses (see instructions for use and dosage).
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Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medication, including over-the-counter medications.
Interactions with food and drink
Not applicable.
Interactions with herbal products or alternative therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
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Do not take this medicine without asking your doctor or pharmacist.
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Pregnancy
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy on the advice of your doctor.
Breastfeeding
This medicine may be used during breastfeeding.
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Not applicable.
List of excipients with a known effect
List of excipients with a notable effect:sucrose, sorbitol.
3. HOW TO TAKE MAALOX EASY, oral suspension in sachet?
Instructions for proper use
Not applicable.
Dosage, Method and/or route(s) of administration, Frequency of administration and Duration of treatment
Dosage
FOR ADULTS ONLY (from 15 years of age)
- 1 to 2 sachets per intake at the time of heartburn or acid reflux.
- Maximum number of doses per day: 6 doses.
- Do not exceed 12 sachets per day.
- Knead the sachet thoroughly before opening.
Method of administration
Absorb the suspension as is without diluting it.
Duration of treatment
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The duration of use is limited to 10 days.
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Symptoms and instructions in case of overdose
If you have taken more MAALOX EASY, Oral Suspension in a sachet than you should have:
Consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Overdosage of oral magnesium does not usually cause toxic reactions if the kidneys are functioning normally. However, magnesium intoxication may develop in cases of kidney failure.
Instructions in case of missed dose(s)
Not applicable.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE THE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of side effects
Like all medicines, MAALOX EASY, oral suspension in sachet is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to them:
- digestive disorders (diarrhea or constipation)
- decrease in blood phosphorus levels with prolonged use or high doses.
If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if any side effects become serious, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
5. HOW TO CONSERVE MAALOX MAUX D'ESTOMAC, oral suspension in sachet-dose?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use MAALOX EASY, drinkable suspension in sachet after the expiry date stated on the box.
No special storage precautions.
If necessary, warnings against certain visible signs of deterioration
Do not dispose of the medicine in the sewer or in your household waste. Ask your pharmacist what to do with unused medicines. This will help to protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active ingredients and excipients
What does MAALOX® EASY contain in a sachet?
The active ingredients are
Aluminium oxide ...................................................................................................................... 230.00 mg
As hydrated aluminium oxide ........................................................................................ 460.00 mg
Magnesium hydroxide ............................................................................................................ 400.00 mg
For one sachet.
Other components are:
64 percent sucrose syrup, 70 percent sorbitol (non-crystallizable), xanthan gum, guar gum, sodium chloride, lemon flavor.
Pharmaceutical form and contents
What is MAALOX EASTERN AILER, drinkable suspension in a sachet and what does it contain?
This medicine is available as a drinkable suspension in a sachet. Box of 10, 20, 30 or 50 sachets.
Name and address of the marketing authorisation holder and of the manufacturing authorisation holder responsible for batch release, if different
Holder
SANOFI-AVENTIS FRANCE
1-13, boulevard Romain Rolland
75014 PARIS
Operator
SANOFI-AVENTIS FRANCE
1-13, boulevard Romain Rolland
75014 PARIS
Manufacturer
A. NATTERMANN & Cie GmbH
Nattermannallee 1
50829 Koln
GERMANY
or
SANOFI AVENTIS S.P.A.
Viale Europa, 11
ORIGGIO (VA)
ITALY
Names of the medicinal product in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable.
Date of approval of the package leaflet
The last date on which this package leaflet was approved was {date}.
MA under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable.
Detailed information on this medicinal product is available on the website of Afssaps (France).
Information reserved for health professionals
Not applicable.
HEALTH ADVICE/EDUCATION
This medicine is intended to relieve your stomach pain.
Heartburn and acid reflux can be caused by changes in diet (acidic or spicy food, alcoholic drinks, etc.) or by taking certain medicines (aspirin, anti-inflammatory drugs, etc.). Don't hesitate to talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
In order to limit the appearance of symptoms, respect the following rules of hygiene as much as possible:
- avoid eating large, high-fat meals,
- avoid certain foods such as chocolate, spices, peppers, citrus juices and soft drinks,
- vary your diet,
- normalize your weight and exercise,
- avoid strenuous exercise immediately after a meal.
- avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption
YOUR PHARMACIST AND YOUR DOCTOR ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE MEDICINES.
DO NOT HESITATE TO ASK THEM FOR DETAILS
NEVER LEAVE A MEDICINE WITHIN THE REACH OF CHILDREN.
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