Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength and Rifampin Capsules
Determining the interaction of Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength and Rifampin Capsules and the possibility of their joint administration.
In the database of official manuals used in the service creation an interaction registered by statistical results of studies was found, which can either lead to negative consequences for the patient health or strengthen a mutual positive effect. A doctor should be consulted to address the issue of joint drug administration.
Consumer:Using calcium carbonate together with rifAMPin may decrease the effects of rifAMPin. RifAMPin should be administered at least 1 hour before calcium carbonate. If your doctor does prescribe these medications together, you may need a dose adjustment or special test to safely use both medications. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Professional:ADJUST DOSING INTERVAL: Limited data suggest that some antacids may decrease the oral bioavailability of rifampin. The mechanisms include decreased dissolution of rifampin in the presence of increased gastric pH and/or aluminum chelation with rifampin. The clinical significance has not been established.
MANAGEMENT: Rifampin should be administered at least 1 hour before antacids. Monitoring for altered therapeutic effect is advisable.
- "Product Information. Rifadin (rifampin)." Hoechst Marion-Roussel Inc, Kansas City, MO.
Generic Name: calcium carbonate / simethicone
Brand name: Alka-Seltzer Heartburn + Gas, Gas-X with Maalox Extra Strength, Maalox Advanced Maximum Strength, Maalox Junior Plus Antigas, Tums Gas Relief Chewy Bites
Synonyms: Calcium Carbonate and Simethicone
Generic Name: rifampin
Brand name: Rifadin, Rifadin IV, Rimactane
Synonyms: Rifampin
In the course of checking the drug compatibility and interactions, data from the following reference sources was used: Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com.
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