Phosphalugel
Instructions for use:
- 1. Indications for use
- 2. Contraindications for use
- 3. Side effects
- 4. Overdose
- 5. Method of application, dosage
- 6. Interaction with other drugs
- 7. Special instructions
- 8. Application during pregnancy
- 9. Release form
- 10. Storage conditions of the drug
- 11. Reviews
- 12. Analogs
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Phosphalugel is an antacid drug that also has an enveloping and adsorbing effect.
The preparation contains the active ingredient - aluminum phosphate. Phosphalugel neutralizes free hydrochloric acid in the stomach, and also reduces the activity of pepsin. Within 10 minutes, the drug reduces acidity to a level of 3.5-5. At the same time, the antacid effect of Phosphalugel is not associated with alkalization of gastric juice, there is no secondary HCl hypersecretion.
The drug is not able to be absorbed in the gastrointestinal tract. Due to the adsorbing effect, when using Phosphalugel, bacteria, gases, toxins, and viruses are removed from the gastrointestinal tract. Normalization of the passage of the contents of the gastrointestinal tract is also characteristic when taking Fosfalugel.
Indications for the use of Phosphalugel
The instructions for Phosphalugel indicate the following indications for use:
- chronic gastritis (normal or increased secretion);
- acute gastritis;
- acute duodenitis;
- symptomatic ulcer of various etiology;
- peptic ulcer and duodenal ulcer;
- erosion of the gastrointestinal mucosa;
- hernia of the esophageal opening of the diaphragm;
- reflux esophagitis (including in childhood);
- non-ulcer dyspepsia syndrome;
- colopathy;
- functional pathology of the large intestine;
- enterocolitis;
- proctitis;
- sigmoiditis;
- diverticulitis;
- poisoning;
- diarrhea after gastrectomy;
- acute, chronic pancreatitis;
- heartburn caused by excessive consumption of coffee, nicotine, ethanol, inaccuracies in the diet, taking medications;
- gastralgia;
- symptoms of gastrointestinal tract damage when taking medicines, alkalis, acids;
- dyspepsia of neurotic etiology;
- prevention of absorption of radioactive elements.
Contraindications to the use of Phosphalugel
According to the instructions, Phosphalugel is contraindicated for:
- hypersensitivity to components;
- chronic renal failure;
- Alzheimer's disease;
- hypophosphatemia.
According to strict indications, Fosfalugel can be prescribed in children (up to 12 years) and old age.
Side effect
When taking this drug, a number of side effects may develop, which cause negative reviews about Phosphalugel from patients. The following side effects have been reported: vomiting, nausea, constipation, change in taste, allergic reactions. To prevent the development of side effects, it is necessary to use Phosphalugel only as directed by a doctor and observe the dosage regimen.
With prolonged use of Phosphalugel in a high dosage, it is possible to develop hypocalcemia, hypophosphatemia, hypercalciuria, osteoporosis, osteomalacia, hyperaluminaemia, nephrocalcinosis, encephalopathy.
Phosphalugel overdose
Symptoms of an overdose of Phosphalugel are constipation. Treatment is the use of laxatives.
When using the drug for more than two weeks, it is possible to develop a chronic overdose (Newcastle bone disease). Symptoms: hypophosphatemia (myasthenia gravis, malaise, osteoporosis, osteomalacia); renal failure; aluminum encephalopathy (apraxia, dysarthria, dementia, convulsions).
Method of application, dosage
Phosphalugel is intended for oral administration. The drug can be used neat or diluted in water.
A single dosage of Phosphalugel is 1-2 sachets (1 sachet contains 8.8 g of active ingredient). The frequency of admission is two to three times a day. In case of poisoning, burns with caustic drugs, the dosage is 3-5 sachets at a time.
With reflux esophagitis, ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, Phosphalugel is taken before bedtime or two hours after a meal, with pain syndrome - immediately. With diaphragmatic hernia, the drug is recommended to be taken immediately after meals, as well as before bedtime, with enterocolitis - before eating twice a day, with colopathies - before breakfast and before bedtime.
The duration of therapy with Phosphalugel is determined by the doctor based on the symptoms of the disease.
According to indications, Phosphalugel can be used in pediatrics in the following dosages: at the age of 6 months - 4g or a teaspoon after each feeding (6 times); after 6 months - 8g or 2 teaspoons after each feeding (4 times).
Interaction of Phosphalugel with other drugs
Phosphalugel is capable of reducing or slowing down the absorption of indomethacin, digoxin, salicylates, phenytoin, chlorpromazine, antihistamines, diflunisal, beta-blockers, isoniazid, azithromycin, tetracyclines, cefpodoxime, rifampicin, nepoxiduracil, antihistamines. M anticholinergics lengthen and enhance the effect of Phosphalugel and analogues.
special instructions
If it is necessary to use Phosphalugel for a long time, it is necessary to ensure a sufficient level of phosphate intake into the body.
With an unspecified diagnosis, long-term use of Fosfalugel is not recommended.
According to the indications, Phosphalugel can be prescribed to patients with diabetes mellitus, since the drug does not contain sugar.
Phosphalugel can be prescribed together with cimetidine, disopyramide, ketoprofen, amoxicillin, prednisolone.
Reception of Phosphalugel does not affect the X-ray data.
The use of Phosphalugel during pregnancy
There are no reliable data on the safety of using the drug during pregnancy and lactation. According to clinical studies, according to strict indications, Phosphalugel can be used sporadically during pregnancy and lactation.
Release form Phosphalugel
The drug is available in the form of a 20% gel for oral administration in sachets containing 2.08 and 2.48 g of active ingredient.
The contents of the sachet must be thoroughly kneaded between the fingers before use.
Storage conditions of the drug
Phosphalugel should be stored at room temperature out of the reach of children.
Reviews
The drug is highly effective in the pathology of the gastrointestinal tract of various etiologies, due to which the reviews about Phosphalugel are positive from patients and doctors. When used according to the instructions, Phosphalugel is well tolerated. The drug has a fast action, which is important when relieving pain.
Phosphalugel's analogs
There are the following analogues of Fosfalugel: Alfogel, Gasterin, Aluminum phosphate, Gefal, Fosfalugel.
Phosphalugel: prices in online pharmacies
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Phosphalugel 20% gel for oral administration 16 g 6 pcs. 149 r Buy |
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Phosphalugel gel for internal approx. 20% 16g 6 pcs. 183 r Buy |
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Phosphalugel 20% gel for oral administration 16 g 20 pcs. RUB 311 Buy |
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Phosphalugel gel for internal approx. 20% 16g 20 pcs. 320 RUB Buy |
Information about the drug is generalized, provided for informational purposes only and does not replace the official instructions. Self-medication is hazardous to health!
