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Indications/Uses
Geltazine is used for the symptomatic relief of peptic ulcers both gastric and duodenal, acute and chronic gastritis, esophagitis and heartburn associated with hiatus hernia, pregnancy and postradiation.
Dosage/Direction for Use
One softgel capsule 30 minutes before meal orally (by mouth) three times daily or as prescribed by the physician.
Missed Dose: If the patient misses a dose, just take the subsequent doses at the recommended time or schedule.
Do not double the dose unless recommended by the physician.
Missed Dose: If the patient misses a dose, just take the subsequent doses at the recommended time or schedule.
Do not double the dose unless recommended by the physician.
Overdosage
Signs and Symptoms of Overdose: Aluminum hydroxide may cause constipation and magnesium salts overdose may cause hypermotility of the bowel. Large doses may trigger or aggravate intestinal obstruction and ileus in patients at higher risk such as those with renal impairment, or the elderly.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage consult a doctor.
If the patient has taken more than the recommended dosage consult a doctor.
Administration
Should be taken on an empty stomach: Take 30 min before meals.
Contraindications
If the patient is allergic to any of the ingredients of the product.
If the patient has one of the following conditions: Kidney disease; Low serum phosphate; Fecal impaction; GI hemorrhages; Cirrhosis; Uremia.
If the patient has one of the following conditions: Kidney disease; Low serum phosphate; Fecal impaction; GI hemorrhages; Cirrhosis; Uremia.
Special Precautions
Cautions should be given to patients with renal insufficiency.
When to Consult a Doctor: Ask a doctor before use if the patient is: Taking other medications because antacids could interact with them.
Pregnant or breastfeeding.
When to Consult a Doctor: Ask a doctor before use if the patient is: Taking other medications because antacids could interact with them.
Pregnant or breastfeeding.
Use In Pregnancy & Lactation
Ask a doctor before use if the patient is: Pregnant or breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Antacids containing aluminum and magnesium oxides impair the absorption of tetracyclines.
Storage
Store at temperatures not exceeding 30°C.
Protect from light.
Protect from light.
Action
Pharmacology: Geltazine contains Aluminum hydroxide and Magnesium hydroxide which are antacids that neutralize the acidity in the stomach.
Geltazine also contains Oxetacaine which is a local anesthetic. It is administered by mouth in conjunction with antacids for the symptomatic relief of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
Geltazine also contains Oxetacaine which is a local anesthetic. It is administered by mouth in conjunction with antacids for the symptomatic relief of Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD).
MedsGo Class
Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants
Features
Brand
Geltazine
Full Details
Dosage Strength
10 mg / 97.5 / 400 mg
Drug Ingredients
- Aluminum
- Magnesium
- Oxetacaine
Drug Packaging
SoftGel Capsule 20's
Generic Name
Aluminum / Magnesium / Oxetacaine
Dosage Form
Soft Gelatin Capsule
Registration Number
DR-XY21701
Drug Classification
Over-The-Counter (OTC)