Alsmac Liquid (Sodium Alginate)

Adult dosage

For hemostasis in gastric and duodenal ulcers and improvement of associated symptoms and improvement of symptoms related to gastroesophageal reflux disease, usually 1-3g (approximately 20-60mL of this medication) is administered orally 3-4 times a day on an empty stomach. If oral administration is not possible, it is administered via a nasogastric tube. For hemostasis during gastric biopsy bleeding, usually 0.5-1.5g (approximately 10-30mL of this medication) is given.

This medication may occasionally cause digestive symptoms such as diarrhea or constipation during use, so it is important to stop taking it immediately and consult a doctor or dentist if such symptoms occur. When consulting, bringing this medication’s package insert can aid in accurate diagnosis and treatment. Additionally, if there is a lack of gastric acid, this medication may not gel properly, reducing its effectiveness; caution is needed in cases of suspected gastric acid deficiency. Lastly, this medication contains caramel, so patients who are allergic to this component or have experienced hypersensitivity reactions should consult a doctor before taking it.

Mild side effects

Occasional symptoms such as diarrhea and constipation

This medication can be sensitive to air and moisture, so it should be stored in a closed container. To maintain the medication's effectiveness, it is best to store it at room temperature between 1°C and 30°C.

Appearance

A viscous liquid of light brown color contained in an aluminum foil pouch

Package unit

20 packets/box [20 milliliters/packet], 100 packets/box [20 milliliters/packet], 20 packets/box [25 milliliters/packet], 100 packets/box [25 milliliters/packet], 20 packets/box [30 milliliters/packet], 100 packets/box [30 milliliters/packet]