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Thursday, October, 29, 2009

Magnesium Hydroxide Precautions

Health Encyclopedia: Gerd, Acid Reflux, Heartburn Medications

Medications


Antacids neutralize digestive acids and are the primary drugs for mild symptoms. They are best used alone for relief of occasional and unpredictable episodes of heartburn. They all work by neutralizing the acid in the stomach. They may also stimulate the defensive systems in the stomach by increasing bicarbonate and mucous secretion. Many antacids are available without prescription and are the first drugs recommended to relieve heartburn and mild symptoms. Despite the many brands, the...

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Health Guide

Peptic Ulcers: Medications
...compounds are available in the form of magnesium carbonate, magnesium trisilicate, and, most commonly, magnesium hydroxide (Milk of Magnesia). The major side effect of these magnesium compounds is... Read more »
Laxative overdose
...oil Dehydrocholic acid Docusate Glycerin Lactulose Magnesium citrate Magnesium hydroxide Magnesium oxide Magnesium sulfate Malt soup extract ... Read more »
Kidney Stones: Treatment
Diuretics. Diuretics are commonly used in the treatment of high blood pressure and other disorders to eliminate fluid and sodium from the body. Low doses of diuretics known as thiazides... Read more »
Sickle Cell Disease: Lifestyle Changes
There are no proven methods for preventing either sickle cell crises or long-term complications of sickle cell disease. By taking precautions and aggressively managing problems that... Read more »
Congestive Heart Failure Lifestyle Changes
Between 30 - 47% of patients who require hospitalization for heart failure are back in the hospital again within 6 months. Many people return because of lifestyle factors, such as... Read more »

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