Seoul Almagate Tablet

Adult dose

Take 1 g of Almagate 3 times a day, 30 minutes to 1 hour after meals, chewed orally. An additional dose may be taken before bedtime if necessary.

Child dose

For children over 12 years of age, take 1 g of Almagate 3 times a day, 30 minutes to 1 hour after meals, chewed orally. An additional dose may be taken before bedtime if necessary.

Do not take this medication if you are allergic to this drug or any of its ingredients. Patients with Alzheimer’s disease, hemorrhoids, edema, pregnancy-induced hypertension, diarrhea, or unexplained gastrointestinal bleeding should not take this medication. This medication contains lactose, so patients with lactose intolerance or hereditary lactose metabolism disorders should not take it. It is advisable not to take this medication along with tetracycline antibiotics, as it may interfere with their absorption. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medications, as this drug may affect the absorption or excretion of other drugs. In particular, it is recommended to take non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, ulcer medications, digitalis, chlorpromazine, lansoprazole, prednisolone, penicillin, quinolone, iron preparations, etc., at intervals of 2 to 3 hours. Patients with poor kidney function should be cautious as the components of this medication may accumulate in the body. Individuals with weakened bodies or low phosphate intake, and those with malabsorption disorders should be aware that this medication may interfere with phosphate absorption, potentially affecting bone health with prolonged use. Elderly individuals, those with symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding, pregnant or potentially pregnant women, and nursing mothers should consult a professional before taking this medication. If constipation or diarrhea develops during use, or if symptoms do not improve after 2 weeks of use, stop taking the medication immediately and consult a professional. It is essential to adhere to the prescribed dosage and administration, and when administering to children, supervision by a guardian is required. This medication should be stored out of reach of children, kept in its original container, and protected from direct sunlight, stored in a cool and dry place.

Mild side effects

Constipation, diarrhea, gastrointestinal discomfort, decreased serum phosphate levels, potential mineral deposition disorders in bones

Drug interactions

This medication should not be taken together with tetracycline antibiotics. Consult with your doctor or pharmacist when taking this medication with non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, ulcer medications, digitalis preparations, chlorpromazine, lansoprazole, prednisolone, penicillin, quinolone, iron (Fe) salts, and salicylates.

This medication should be stored in a tightly closed container to prevent air or moisture from entering, preferably at room temperature between 1 to 30 degrees Celsius. This way, the efficacy of the medication will be maintained for a longer period.

Appearance

White rectangular tablets

Package unit

500 tablets/bottle