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Gelusil

ALUMINA, MAGNESIA, SIMETHICONE

Standard Dose
Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Chew 2 to 4 tablets. Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by a physician Children under 12 of age: ask a doctor Do not take more than 12 tablets in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician
Max Dose
See official label
Primary Use
Uses Relieves: Heartburn Sour stomach Acid indigestion Bloating, pressure and discomfort commonly referred to as gas
Summary

Indications and usage Uses Relieves: Heartburn Sour stomach Acid indigestion Bloating, pressure and discomfort commonly referred to as gas Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Chew 2 to 4 tablets.

Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by a physician Children under 12 of age: ask a doctor Do not take more than 12 tablets in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have Kidney disease A magnesium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug.

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Clinical summary

Indications and usage Uses Relieves: Heartburn Sour stomach Acid indigestion Bloating, pressure and discomfort commonly referred to as gas Dosage and administration Directions Adults and children 12 years of age and older: Chew 2 to 4 tablets. Repeat hourly if symptoms return, or as directed by a physician Children under 12 of age: ask a doctor Do not take more than 12 tablets in a 24-hour period, or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks, except under the advice and supervision of a physician Warnings and cautions Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have Kidney disease A magnesium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs. Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks Keep out of reach of children. In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away 1.800.222.1222 If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.

Monitoring

  • • Warnings Ask a doctor before use if you have Kidney disease A magnesium restricted diet Ask a doctor or pharmacist before use if you are now taking a prescription drug.
  • • Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
  • • Stop use and ask a doctor if symptoms last more than 2 weeks Keep out of reach of children.
  • • In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away 1.800.222.1222 If pregnant or breastfeeding ask a health professional before use.

Interaction Notes

  • • Review official label interaction section.