Mylanta Plus is a medicine that results from the combination of aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide and simethicone used to treat maldigestion and relieve heartburn. It also has an effect on the relief of symptoms caused by the formation of gas in the gut.
Mylanta Plus is produced by pharmaceutical Johnson & Johnson.
Mylanta Plus Indications
Mylanta Plus is indicated for the relief of symptoms related to acidity of the stomach, heartburn and poor digestion associated with the diagnosis of peptic ulcer. It is also indicated for cases of gastritis, esophagitis and hiatal hernia. It can be used as an antiflatulent for the relief of gas symptoms.
Mylanta Plus price
The price of Mylanta Plus oral suspension is approximately 23 reais.
How to use Mylanta Plus
Take 2 to 4 teaspoons, preferably between meals and at bedtime or according to medical criteria.
For patients with peptic ulcer, the amount and schedule of treatment should be established by the physician.
Do not exceed the serving of 12 measuring spoons during the 24-hour period and do not use the maximum dose for a period exceeding two weeks, except under medical supervision and guidance.
Side Effects of Mylanta Plus
The side effects of Mylanta Plus are rare, but there may be cases of mild intestinal transit changes, hypermagnesemia, aluminum intoxication, encephalopathy, osteomalacia, and hypophosphataemia.
Contraindications of Mylanta Plus
Mylanta Plus should not be used in:
- Patients younger than 6 years;
- Patients with renal failure and acute abdominal pain;
- Individuals with hypersensitivity to the components of the formula.
Mylanta Plus should not be taken with medicines such as tetracyclines or other antacids containing aluminum, magnesium or calcium.
The medicine contains sugar and should be used with caution in diabetics.
