Gasterin

Country of origin - Slovakia
Pharm-Group - Aluminum-based astringents, coatings and antacids

Manufacturers - Slovakpharma (Slovakia)
International name - Aluminum phosphate
Synonyms - Alfogel, Alfogel, Gelfos, Phosphalugel
Dosage forms - gel 16g, gel
Composition - 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 effect - Constipation (especially in elderly people and those leading a sedentary lifestyle).

Interaction - Reduces the absorption of furosemide, tetracyclines, digoxin, isoniazid, indomethacin, ranitidine. When taken together, an interval of at least 1-2 hours is recommended.

Overdose - Manifested by decreased intestinal motility. Eliminated by prescribing laxatives.

Special instructions - Long-term treatment is not recommended in case of an unspecified diagnosis.

Literature - Encyclopedia of Medicines, 2004.