Dr. Meyer’s Gelacid Suspension

Who is this for?

This is an antacid and anti-gas combination medicine that works by neutralizing excess stomach acid and relieving gas (bloating). The magnesium hydroxide, magnesium trisilicate, and calcium carbonate fight the acid while simethicone breaks up gas bubbles in your stomach.

Neutralizes gastric acid through direct chemical reaction with hydrochloric acid, raising intragastric pH and reducing acid-induced irritation of the gastric mucosa. Simethicone reduces surface tension of gas bubbles in the gastrointestinal tract, promoting coalescence and facilitating expulsion of flatulence.

Is Magnesium safe to take with another drug?

For the suspension (like Dr. Meyer's Gelacid Suspension), shake the bottle well and take 1-2 teaspoonfuls (5-10 ml) between meals and at bedtime, or as directed. You can also take it when you feel heartburn or stomach discomfort. For tablets, chew 1-2 tablets between meals. Do not take more than the recommended dose in 24 hours.

This medicine is usually taken only when you have symptoms, so there is no strict dosing schedule. If your doctor told you to take it regularly and you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, just skip the missed one — do not double up.

• Loose stool or mild diarrhea
• constipation
• chalky taste in the mouth
• mild stomach cramps
• belching or passing gas

This medicine can reduce how well other drugs work if taken at the same time — take other medicines at least 2 hours before or after taking this antacid. It can interfere with antibiotics like tetracycline and ciprofloxacin, and also with iron tablets, so space them apart. Avoid taking it with alcohol as alcohol increases stomach acid and works against the medicine.

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat — Nigerian weather can be very hot, so avoid leaving it in your car or near a window. Keep the bottle tightly closed and always store out of reach of children.