Union Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Unicid Suspension

Name: Unicid Suspension
Brand: Union Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
SKU: 207-0006-007

Aluminium Oxide + Magnesium Hydroxide · 175 mg + 225 mg/5 ml

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Product details

Generic name: Aluminium Oxide + Magnesium Hydroxide
Strength: 175 mg + 225 mg/5 ml
Dosage form: Suspension
Manufacturer / brand: Union Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
SKU: 207-0006-007

Medicine information: Aluminium Hydroxide + Magnesium Hydroxide

Indications

Antacid for quick relief of:

Heartburn, acid indigestion, sour stomach
Hyperacidity, gastritis symptoms
Symptoms of peptic ulcer and reflux (as an add-on)

Dosage & administration

Adults: 1–2 tablets chewed, or 5–10 ml (1–2 teaspoons) suspension, 3–4 times daily, 30 minutes–1 hour after meals and at bedtime, or when symptoms occur. Do not exceed the maximum on the pack.

Children over 6 years: half the adult dose, as directed.

Chew tablets well; shake the suspension before use.
Do not use regularly for more than 2 weeks without medical advice.

Contraindications

Severe kidney impairment
Low phosphate levels
Allergy to the product
Bowel obstruction, undiagnosed severe abdominal pain

Side effects

Common: constipation (aluminium) or diarrhoea (magnesium) — usually balanced in the combination; chalky taste.

With long-term high doses: low phosphate (bone weakness), aluminium build-up in kidney failure, high magnesium in kidney failure (weakness, drowsiness).

Precautions & warnings

Kidney disease: avoid long-term use.
Persistent heartburn, difficulty swallowing, weight loss, black stools or vomiting blood need medical review.
Some products contain sugar or sodium.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Occasional use at recommended doses is considered safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Interactions

Antacids reduce absorption of many medicines — take them 2–4 hours apart from:

Tetracyclines, quinolones (ciprofloxacin, levofloxacin), azithromycin, cefpodoxime
Iron, levothyroxine, digoxin, ketoconazole/itraconazole, bisphosphonates, gabapentin, mycophenolate
Enteric-coated tablets (may dissolve too early)

Overdose

Diarrhoea or constipation; in kidney failure, high magnesium/aluminium. Seek advice.

Storage

Store below 30°C; do not freeze the suspension.

This information is for general reference only. Always follow the dose prescribed by your doctor and ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.