Taimec indications
Taimec is a combination therapy for the relief of heartburn and acid indigestion.
Taimec description
Each sachet contains aluminum hydroxide gel (13%) 1538.5 mg and Magnesium Hydroxide (Taimec) 400 mg.
It also contains the following excipients: Simethicone 30% suspension, hydroxypropyl methylcellulose 2208, carrageenan, microcrystalline cellulose, carboxymethylcellulose sodium, D-sorbitol 70% solution, stevioside, silicone resin 30%, natural orange flavor, chlorhexidine acetate 3 mg (as preservative) and purified water.
Aluminum hydroxide is chemically Al2O3.
Taimec dosage
Generally, 1 or 2 sachets (10 mL) 3 times daily, between meals or bedtime, or as directed by a physician.
Taimec interactions
Do not take Taimec concomitantly with other drugs within 2 hrs because this will change the effect of the drugs.
Interaction between antacid and other drugs will increase gastric pH. Do not take Taimec with tetracycline during 3-4 hrs after administration.
Do not take Taimec concomitantly with fluoroquinolone because this decreases its absorption. Concurrent use with norfloxacin or ciprofloxacin will have signs of urinary gravel and toxicity.
It is better to take Taimec 3 hrs after using ketoconazole.
Do not take Taimec concomitantly with mecamylamine, methenamine, sodium polystyren sulfonate resin.
Taimec side effects
This medication can cause nausea, constipation, diarrhea, or headache. If these symptoms persist or become severe, notify your doctor.
If your doctor has directed you to use this medication, remember that he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.
The magnesium in this product can cause diarrhea. Using an antacid that contains only aluminum along with this product can help control diarrhea. The aluminum in this product can cause constipation. To minimize constipation, drink plenty of fluids and exercise. Diarrhea is more common with this product than constipation.
Aluminum-containing antacids bind to phosphate, an important body chemical, in the gut. This can cause low phosphate levels, especially if you use this medication in large doses and for a long time. Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of the following symptoms of low phosphate: loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, muscle weakness.
Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dizziness, fainting.
Seek immediate medical attention if any of these rare but very serious side effects or symptoms of a serious medical problem occur: black/tarry stools, slow/shallow breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion), deep sleep, pain with urination, stomach/abdominal pain, vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing.
Taimec contraindications
Taimec should not be used in patients who are severely suffering from renal insufficiency, or if there is severe abdominal pain and/or the possibility of bowel obstruction.
Taimec chewable tablets contain phenylalanine and should not be given to phenylketonurics patients.
Active ingredient matches for Taimec:
Aluminium Hydroxide/Magnesium Hydroxide in Japan.
List of Taimec substitutes (brand and generic names) | Sort by popularity |
Unit description / dosage (Manufacturer) | Price, USD |
Magtect U (Japan) | |
Malfa (Japan) | |
Malucol (Romania) | |
Marperis (Japan) | |
Medacid (Oman) | |
Monnax (Philippines) | |
Moxal (Oman, Tunisia) | |
Mucogel (Oman, United Kingdom) | |
Suspension; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide 220 mg; Magnesium Hydroxide 195 mg / 5 ml (Novogen Captab) | |
Mucogel Dextromethorphan hydrobromide10 mg, guaiphenesinhydrochloride 100 mg, bromhexine hydrochloride 2 mg. SG-CAP / 10x10 (Novogen Captab) | $ 4.82 |
MUCOGEL soft-gelatin cap 10's (Novogen Captab) | $ 0.48 |
Mupax (Argentina, France) | |
Tablet, Chewable; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide 400 mg; Magnesium Hydroxide 400 mg (Arrow) | |
Neo Gelco (Egypt) | |
Neutral 20 | |
Neutralca-s (Canada) | |
Newlanta (Myanmar) | |
Omacid (Oman) | |
Omacid 20 mg Capsule (Abatis Holistic) | $ 0.05 |
Oxecone (Bangladesh) | |
Polmantis (Poland) | |
Progastrit (Germany) | |
Suspension; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide; Magnesium Hydroxide (Hexal) | |
Reflunax (Colombia) | |
Regla Ph (Netherlands, Belgium, Switzerland, Greece) | |
Regla-PH (Greece, Netherlands) | |
Rialox (Oman) | |
Ritaroks (Japan) | |
Sakloft (Japan) | |
Stoma (Bangladesh) | |
Stomafar (Vietnam) | |
Stomafar 10 Blister x 8 Tablet, Bottle 40 Tablet, Bottle 240 Tablet | |
Stomafar 10 Blister x 8 Tablet | |
Stomafar 1 Bottle 40 Tablet | |
Stomafar 1 Bottle 240 Tablet | |
Suspension Antiacida Denver Farma (Argentina) | |
Ufor (Mexico) | |
Weifu (Taiwan) | |
Weifu 1000's | |
Weigen (Taiwan) | |
Weigen 20 mL x 60's | |
Weigen 200 mL | |
Weigen 3.8 L | |
Witcop (Japan) | |
Xolaam (France) | |
Suspension; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide 525 mg; Magnesium Hydroxide 600 mg / 15 ml (Ranbaxy) | |
Tablet, Chewable; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide 400 mg; Magnesium Hydroxide 400 mg (Ranbaxy) | |
Tablet; Oral; Aluminum Hydroxide 400 mg; Magnesium Hydroxide 400 mg (Ranbaxy) | |
Z-Antacid (Bangladesh) | |
See 212 substitutes for Taimec |
References
- DailyMed. "MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE: DailyMed provides trustworthy information about marketed drugs in the United States. DailyMed is the official provider of FDA label information (package inserts).". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailyme... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- PubChem. "MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/com... (accessed September 17, 2018).
- DrugBank. "Magnesium Hydroxide". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB09104 (accessed September 17, 2018).
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