Calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide and Flolipid

• Generic Name: calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mi-Acid Double Strength, Mylanta Supreme, Rolaids, Fast Acting Mylanta, Mylanta Ultra, Mylanta Gelcap, Rolaids Extra Strength, Masanti Supreme

Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals that are necessary for many systems in the body. Calcium is necessary for bone formation and maintenance.

Calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide is a combination antacid used to treat indigestion, upset stomach, and heartburn.

Calcium carbonate and magnesium hydroxide may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: simvastatin
• Dosage Forms: oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Flolipid, Zocor

Flolipid is used together with diet to lower blood levels of "bad" cholesterol (low-density lipoprotein, or LDL), to increase levels of "good" cholesterol (high-density lipoprotein, or HDL), and to lower triglycerides (a type of fat in the blood).

Flolipid is also used to lower the risk of stroke, heart attack, and other heart complications in people with diabetes, coronary heart disease, or other risk factors.

Flolipid is used in adults and children who are at least 10 years old.

Flolipid may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.