Magsim Information

Magsim is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup. Other than this, Magsim has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Magsim. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Magsim as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Magsim are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Magsim's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Magsim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Magsim related warnings section.

Magsim can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Magsim in conditions like Kidney Disease. The section on Magsim contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Magsim have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Magsim is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Magsim Benefits & Uses
Magsim Dosage & How to Take
Magsim Side Effects
Magsim Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Magsim with Other Drugs
Magsim Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Magsim
Magsim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Magsim Benefits & Uses

Magsim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Stomach Gas
Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Gas pains
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)
Heartburn
Upset Stomach
Hiatal Hernia

Magsim Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml
Adult	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml
Geriatric	Disease: Hiatal Hernia Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: strength 400 mg magaldrate and 20 mg simethicone in 5 ml

Magsim Related Warnings

Is the use of Magsim safe for pregnant women?

Magsim is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Magsim safe during breastfeeding?

Magsim does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Magsim on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Magsim on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Magsim on the Liver?

Magsim does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Magsim on the Heart?

There are no any side effects of Magsim for the heart.

Severe Interaction of Magsim with Other Drugs

Magsim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Abacavir

Lamivudine

Moderate

Magsim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Magsim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Allergy
Phenylketonuria (PKU)

Frequently asked Questions about Magsim

Is this Magsim habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Magsim is addictive.

Magsim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Magsim

Taking Magsim with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Magsim

Information about the interaction of Magsim and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.