What is the stomach?
Estomaquil® is the registered trademark of a synthetic medicine, which uses the combination of three active substances that are bismuth subsalicylate (bismuth salts) (1) , magnesium hydroxide and calcium carbonate (2) , chemical compounds belonging to to the line of antacid medicines, with an effect on certain ailments of the digestive system .
To highlight: This pharmaceutical product is produced by the company named LABORATORIOS HIGIA, SA de CV (3)
What is the stomach used for?
- Thanks to the mechanism of action of its active ingredients, estomaquil® protects the intestinal mucosa from the abrasion of digestive acids , in addition to neutralizing stomach acidity. It also works as a bactericide against certain pathogenic organisms, providing benefits and relief in those patients suffering from gastrointestinal diseases .
- It is used to treat:
- Peptic , gastric or duodenal ulcer .
- The eradication of Helicobacter pylori .
- Gastritis , stomach indigestion and heartburn.
Dosage and routes of administration of the stomach
The presentation of estomaquil® is in a box with sachets containing bismuth subsalicylate 0.300 g, magnesium hydroxide 1,100 g and calcium carbonate 1,600 g. The administration of this medication is orally and the dosage for information may be as follows:
- Children over 6 years of age and adults: The dose is one to two sachets a day for as long as the doctor indicates.
stomach side effects
Treatment with estomaquil® can cause some of the following adverse effects in certain patients :
- Possible adverse reactions due to patient contact with any of the components of the formula.
- Dark coloration of feces .
Important: If during treatment with this drug you notice any of these symptoms or a different one, please stop using it and notify your doctor .
Contraindications and warnings of the stomach
The use of estomaquil® is contraindicated in the following cases:
- Hypersensitivity to any of the components of the medical formula.
- People with kidney failure.
- In children under 6 years of age.
- During the pregnancy period.
- During the breastfeeding period .
You should know: The patient must provide his doctor with all the information related to his health history, before starting treatment with this drug.
Avoid if you have:
- History of hypersensitivity to any of the components of estomaquil®.
- Medication with other drugs for other pathologies without medical approval.
Warnings:
- Pharmaceutical products such as estomaquil®, must be administered with prescription or medical prescription.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions during treatment with this drug.
- Do not exceed recommended dose.
- This product must be kept out of the reach of children.
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