Renegel suspension composed of Magnesium trisilicate and dried aluminium hydroxide alerts the acidity of the stomach’s juices by binding to excess acid. This decreases the acidity of the contents of the stomach which may in turn help to relieve the symptoms of ulcers, heartburn and dyspepsia.
Presentation
100ml amber coloured glass bottle
Composition
Each 5 ml contains:
Dried Aluminium Hydroxide BP 120 mg
Magnesium Trisilicate BP 250 mg
Indication:
Renegel suspension is used in the relief of hyperacidity, gastritis, acid indication, Gastroesophageal reflux and management of peptic ulcers.
Pharmacological class
Antiacid
Pharmacological properties
Gastric acid neutralising agent
Mechanism of Action
Antacids have a number of actions which include neutralizing gastric acid and thus relieving associated pain and nausea, reducing delivery of acid into the duodenum following a meal, and inactivation of the proteolytic enzyme pepsin by raising the gastric pH above 4–5. In addition, it is thought that antacid may increase lower oesophageal
Side effects:
Gastrointestinal effects like vomiting, nausea and constipation may occur, if use excessively.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
RENEGEL should not be used in patients who are severely debilitated or suffering from Kidney failure or if
there is severe abdominal pain and / or possibility of bowel obstruction.
DRUG INTERACTION
Antacids are known to interfere with the absorption of certain drugs including tetracycline, vitamins,
ciprofloxacin, ketoconazole, chloroquine, hydroxyl-chloroquine, rifampicin etc.
Most interactions can be avoided by taking RENEGEL 2 hours before or after ingestion of other drugs.
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place below 300C, Protect from light.
Keep out of reach of children
