Alfogel

Alfogel is an antacid drug, which is a gel based on aluminum phosphate.

Manufacturer country: Yugoslavia

Farm group: astringents, coatings and antacids based on aluminum

Manufacturer: ICN Galenika (Yugoslavia)

International name: aluminum phosphate

Synonyms: Alfogel, Gasterin, Gelfos, Phosphalugel

Dosage form: gel

Compound: active substance - aluminum phosphate

Indications for use: peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum, gastritis, reflux esophagitis, non-ulcer dyspepsia syndrome, diaphragmatic hernia, functional diseases of the large intestine, colopathies, enterocolitis, sigmoiditis, proctitis, diverticulitis, diarrhea after gastrectomy, poisoning, drug-induced gastrointestinal lesions

Contraindications: severe renal failure; restrictions for use - old age, impaired renal function, pregnancy, lactation

Side effects: constipation (especially in older people and those leading a sedentary lifestyle)

Drug interactions: reduces the absorption of furosemide, tetracyclines, digoxin, isoniazid, indomethacin, ranitidine; when taken together, an interval of at least 1-2 hours is recommended

Overdose: decreased intestinal motility, eliminated by laxatives

Special instructions: Long-term treatment is not recommended for unspecified diagnosis

Literature: Encyclopedia of Medicines, 2004