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• Composition
• Product form
• Pharmacological action
• Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics
• Indications Fosfalyugel
• Contraindications
• Side effects
• Instructions for use Fosfalyugel (method and dosage)
• Overdose
• Cooperation
• Storage conditions
• Terms of sale
• Shelf life
• Cautions
• Analogs
• With alcohol
• During pregnancy (and lactation)
• Reviews
• Price, where to buy

Composition

As part of the preparation contains the following ingredients:

• aluminum phosphate   Gel 20%;
• sorbitol, pectin, potassium sorbate, 800 agar, calcium sulfate dihydrate, orange flavor, water.

Product form

Fosfalyugel comes in the form of a homogeneous gel is white, odorless and taste of an orange.

The drug release in sachets (16 g or 20 g); in carton contains 20 bags.

Pharmacological action

The drug has absorbent . enveloping   and antacid   action.

Pharmacodynamics and pharmacokinetics

Fosfalyugel - antacid Which has an absorbent, acid-neutralizing and protective action. It reduces the activity of pepsin. Aluminum phosphate neutralize excess hydrochloric acid, while maintaining physiological conditions of the digestive system, and prevents the secondary hypersecretion of gastric juice.

Coats the gastrointestinal mucosa, forming thereon, thus the protective layer protecting against aggressive factors and promoting regeneration.

The drug helps eliminate gases, toxins and harmful trace elements in the digestive tract, normalizes bowel passage.

Electrolyte balance in the application of Fosfalyugel not broken. He also does not cause alkalosis and the formation of urinary tract stones.

The manufacturer does not have the data on the pharmacokinetics Fosfalyugel.

Indications Fosfalyugel

On what makes this tool? Indications for use of the drug at the following:

• diafragmarnaya hernia ;
• duodenal ulcer ;
• functional diarrhea ;
• stomach ulcer ;
• gastritis ;
• reflux esophagitis . gastroesophageal reflux disease ;
• functional bowel disease ;
• syndrome of non-ulcer dyspepsia ;
• intestinal, stomach disorders Which are caused by intoxication , Taking irritants, drugs, alcohol.

Contraindications

Fosfalyugel not be taken in case of intolerance of any of the components of the formulation and in patients with impaired renal function.

Side effects

Side effects from taking this drug occur very rarely, mostly in elderly patients or bedridden patients, as constipation .

Instructions for use Fosfalyugel (method and dosage)

The drug should be ingested in its pure form or diluted in a beaker half filled with water. The daily dose should not exceed 6 sachets.

Children who are older than 6 years, as well as for adults is recommended to take one or two bags of 2 to 3 times per day.

Patients suffering   duodenal ulcer   and stomach   You should take the drug after a couple of hours after eating or when pains; at diaphragmatocele   and gastroesophageal reflux   - After meals and at bedtime; at diseases of the colon functional type   - On an empty stomach in the morning and before going to bed; at   dyspepsia   and gastritis   - before eating.

If during the break between meals Fosfalyugel pain resumed, allowed to repeat the drug.

Children under 6 months, drink a quarter of a bag or one teaspoon (no more than 4 grams). Take the drug should be after feeding (but no more than 6 times). Children older than 6 months receive half of the bags (two teaspoons) after all four feedings.

It can also assist in vomiting   and nausea For what should drink 2 bags.

The treatment should not be longer than 14 days.

Instructions on Fosfalyugel: before taking the drug, it is necessary to knead the contents until a homogeneous gel, then torn or cut off area via a dedicated line, while holding the bag vertically through the hole to squeeze the gel.

Overdose

Due to the fact, that contains a large amount of aluminum ions may be decreased intestinal motility . For the treatment to be applied laxatives.

Cooperation

Do not be taken earlier than 2 hours after taking drugs such as Fosfalyugel cardiac glycosides . iron supplements   and tetracyclines .

It may reduce the effectiveness of certain drugs.

Storage conditions

Store at temperatures not above 24 ° C.

Terms of sale

Sold in pharmacies without a prescription.

Shelf life

3 years.

Cautions

Fosfalyugel advised to take caution in diseases such as the cirrhosis of the liver   and kidney . heart failure .

May increase the concentration of aluminum in the blood of elderly patients and patients with impaired renal function.

In case of constipation as a result of the use of Fosfalyugel, it is recommended to drink more water.

Fosfalyugel can be used as a prophylactic to reduce the absorption of radioactive elements.

Since the product does not contain sugar, it can be given to patients diabetes .

Application Fosfalyulgelya does not affect the result of X-ray studies.

The drug does not affect the ability to drive vehicles and do other work that requires concentration.

Analogs Fosfalyugel

Analogs of this drug can be considered Almagelum   and Maalox .

Which is better: Almagel and Fosfalyugel?

Almagelum is a suspension, which is more effective because in disease esophagus better liquid preparations. Both drugs have the same properties. Almagell better to take if you need a short-term course of treatment, elimination of symptoms, whereas Fosfalyugel for long course as the antacid.

Is it better or Maalox Fosfalyugel?

Maalox has a liquid form, which is preferably the treatment of diseases of the esophagus. This Maalox promotes leaching of phosphorus and calcium from the bones and blood, so it is better to appoint Falmagel children, pregnant women and the elderly.

The price of analogues: Almagel average is 34 UAH., Maalox - 58 UAH.

With alcohol

The drug reduces the damaging effect of alcohol on the mucosa of the gastrointestinal tract. When poisoning with alcohol normalizes the patient's condition.

Fosfalyugel during pregnancy and lactation

At therapeutic doses, the drug can be taken by pregnant and breastfeeding in the case of the prescribing physician.

Reviews Fosfalyugel

Average rating medication, according to users, is 4, 25 points out of 5. Responses to the drug in most cases positive, the majority of patients noted the effectiveness of the tools and a fast response. Among the disadvantages encountered complaints about inconvenient packaging and dosage form.

Upon receipt of children, also reviews almost 100% positive. Among the negative reviews say that the drug in case the child has not helped.

Price Fosfalyugel

In Russia, the price of the package with 16 bags of 250-330 rubles, with 20 bags - 300-440 rubles. In Ukraine, respectively 16 bags worth 60-80 UAH., 20 bags - 60-90 UAH.