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Zialmagel Suspension (Almagate)

OTC medicationSuspension경구
Ingredient · strength
Almagate›10g / 100mL
Manufacturer / importer
(주)그린제약
Appearance
Viscous white aromatic suspension
Packaging
20 packets/box[(15mL/packet×20)]
Approval status
Active

MFDS item code 200607914 · Notified 2006.09.11 · Insurance code 647800091

Summary

Main use
Treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers (antacid effect), improvement of gastric inflammation symptoms, etc.
Who takes it
Adults · Children
Adult dose
As almagate, administer 1 to 1.5 g orally 3 times a day, 30 minutes to 1 hour after meals. If necessary, an additional dose may be taken before bedtime.
Child dose
Children aged 12 and older take the same dosage as adults.

Ingredients

Manufacturer
(주)그린제약

Efficacy & effects

Treatment of gastric and duodenal ulcers (antacid effect), improvement of gastric inflammation symptoms, etc.

  • Gastric and duodenal ulcers
  • gastritis
  • excessive stomach acid
  • heartburn
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • stomach pain
  • belching
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This medication is effective for conditions such as ulcers occurring in the stomach and duodenum, as well as gastritis, and alleviates uncomfortable symptoms such as heartburn and belching caused by excessive stomach acid. It also helps improve various gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, and stomach pain. It is used for a variety of gastric disorders and symptoms.

How to take

Adult dose

As almagate, administer 1 to 1.5 g orally 3 times a day, 30 minutes to 1 hour after meals. If necessary, an additional dose may be taken before bedtime.

Child dose

Children aged 12 and older take the same dosage as adults.

Precautions

This medication should not be taken by anyone who has had an allergic reaction to this drug or its ingredients. It is safe not to take this medication for patients with Alzheimer's disease, hemorrhoid patients, patients with excessive fluid buildup causing swelling, patients with gestational hypertension, diarrhea patients, and patients with unexplained digestive tract bleeding. During treatment, it is advisable not to take tetracycline antibiotics together, as this medication may interfere with the absorption of antibiotics. If you are taking other medications, you should consult your doctor or pharmacist, as this medication may affect the absorption or excretion of other drugs in the digestive tract, potentially altering their effects. In particular, it is recommended to space the administration of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, ulcer treatments, digitalis preparations, certain antibiotics, and iron supplements about 2 to 3 hours apart from this medication. Patients with impaired kidney function should be cautious, as this medication's ingredients can accumulate in the kidneys, and it is recommended not to take it in cases of severe kidney impairment. Individuals who are frail or have insufficient food intake, or those with digestive absorption issues, should be cautious as long-term use may affect bone health. It is also safe for the elderly, patients with symptoms of digestive tract bleeding, pregnant women or those who may become pregnant, and nursing mothers to consult a professional before taking this medication. If constipation or diarrhea occurs during use, or if symptoms do not improve after about 2 weeks of taking, you should immediately stop taking the medication and consult a professional. It is important to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and if children are taking this medication, it should be done under the supervision of an adult. This medication must be kept out of reach of children and stored in its original container, protected from direct sunlight, in a cool, dry place.

Side effects and when to seek care immediately

Mild side effects

Constipation, diarrhea

Not everyone experiences these, and they can vary from person to person.

Interactions

Drug interactions

Do not take this medication with tetracycline antibiotics. If taking non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, ulcer treatments, digitalis preparations, chlorpromazine, lansoprazole, prednisolone, penicillin, quinolones, iron preparations, or salicylates, you should consult a doctor or pharmacist.

Storage

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that blocks light. It is important to maintain storage temperatures between 1 degree Celsius and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance and packaging

Appearance

Viscous white aromatic suspension

Package unit

20 packets/box[(15mL/packet×20)]

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This drug information is based on data provided by the Korea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
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