Name

ALUCAL PLUS Chewable Tablets

Composition
Each tablet contains:
Dihydroxyaluminium sodium carbonate 320 mg
Simethicone20 mg

Sugar free
Properties
Antacid - Antiflatulent

Dihydroxyaluminium sodium carbonate: is a useful antacid which reacts chemically to neutralize

gastric acid increasing the pH of the stomach, thus providing symptomatic relief of hyperacidity.
The compound provides both the rapid effect of carbonate and the sustained effect of
dihydroxyaluminium moiety. It also adsorbs substances which can damage the mucous
membranes e.g. bile acids.
Simethicone: is a gastrointestinal protective agent with antifoaming action. It is used for treatment
of problems due to excess gases such as flatulence, gastric bloating, post-operative gaseous
distension.
Indications
Symptomatic relief of hyperacidity and flatulence associated with peptic ulcer, gastritis,
oesophagitis, gastric hyperacidity and hiatus hernia.
Dosage and administration
1-2 tablets 4 times a day to be chewed between meals and at bedtime or as directed by the
physician.
Side effects
Aluminium containing antacids may cause constipation.
Precaution
Hypophosphatemia may occur with prolonged administration of aluminium containing antacids.
Drug interactions
The rate and / or extent of absorption of drugs may be increased or decreased when they are
taken concurrently with antacids, therefore as a general rule medication should not be taken within
one to two hours of taking antacids, if possible.
Contra-indications
Severe renal insufficiency.
Presentation
A box containing 2 strips, 10 tablets each.
Company
Produced by: Amriya Pharm. Ind., Alexandria - Egypt