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Generic Name For Maalox

Health Encyclopedia: Peptic Ulcers Medications

Medications

The following drugs are sometimes used in the treatments of peptic ulcers caused by either NSAIDs or H. pylori. They are described in alphabetical order.

Antacids

Many antacids are available without prescription and are the first drugs recommended to relieve heartburn and mild dyspepsia. They play no major role in either prevention or healing of ulcers but help in the following ways:

All of the many brands available rely on various combinations of three basic compounds, magnesium, calciu...

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Calcium carbonate with magnesium antacid overdose

...products that relief heartburn.Brands that include these ingredients include Tums, Rolaids, Mylanta, and Maalox. Note: This list may not be all inclusive. Read more »

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