Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone and Salvax Duo

• Generic Name: calcium carbonate / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Mylanta Tonight

Calcium and magnesium are naturally occurring minerals that are necessary for many systems in the body. Calcium and magnesium are sometimes used as antacids to relieve heartburn, acid indigestion, and upset stomach.

Simethicone allows gas bubbles in the stomach and intestines to come together more easily, which allows for easier passage of gas.

Calcium carbonate, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone is a combination antacid, anti-gas medicine used to treat heartburn, indigestion, gas and bloating, or stomach discomfort caused by overeating.

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

• Generic Name: salicylic acid / urea topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Carb-O-Sal5, Kerasal, Salvax Duo, Salvax Duo Plus

Salicylic acid is a keratolytic (peeling agent). Salicylic acid causes shedding of the outer layer of skin.

Urea is an emollient (skin softening agent). Urea helps to moisturize the skin.

The combination of salicylic acid and urea topical (for the skin) is used to soften and remove rough, scaly skin caused by warts, calluses, keratosis, or psoriasis.

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