Rulox medicine: Uses, indications and notes when using

The symptoms occur due to the phenomenon of increased gastric acid secretion (burning, epigastric pain, heartburn, belching...) which makes the patient extremely uncomfortable, greatly affecting health and daily life. . At that time, the patient may need to use stomach acid antacids to help quickly improve uncomfortable symptoms, including Rulox. So what is Rulox?

Rulox is a medicine used to treat too much acid in the stomach (discomfort, heartburn, indigestion...). It is also used to relieve symptoms of gas accumulation in the stomach, such as belching and bloating, and to improve the feeling of pressure in the stomach and intestines.
Simethicone is one of the 3 main active ingredients of Rulox, which helps to break up air bubbles in the intestines. The other two ingredients of Rulox, aluminum and magnesium, act quickly in reducing stomach acid.
Rulox liquid antacid has the advantage of faster, better action than tablets or capsules with the same active ingredient.
Rulox only works on the existing acid molecules in the patient's stomach, it does not stop the production of acid. Therefore, Rulox can be used alone or in combination with other drugs that reduce acid production (including H2 blockers and proton pump inhibitors).
If the patient is self-medicating with Rulox, read the instructions on the package carefully before starting use to make sure the medication is appropriate for the patient's symptoms. Ask the patient's pharmacist with any questions about the Rulox medicinal product.

Rulox is taken by mouth, usually after meals and at bedtime if needed. Patients should follow all directions on the Rulox product packaging or use as directed by their doctor.
If the patient is taking Rulox chewable tablets, chew thoroughly before swallowing then drink a full glass of water (240 ml). If using the liquid form of Rulox, shake the bottle well before measuring each dose with a medicine spoon/cup, do not use a household spoon. Refrigerate Rulox suspension to improve the taste, but do not freeze the medicine. The liquid form of Rulox is the form that works best if taken by mouth without other liquids, however the patient can mix his or her dose with a little water if needed.

Rulox may react with other drugs (including digoxin, iron, pazopanib, tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin...) and prevent these drugs from being fully absorbed into the body. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist about how to order your medications to prevent this problem.
If the patient's stomach acid problem persists or gets worse after using Rulox for 1 week or if the patient thinks he or she has a serious medical problem, seek medical attention. medical attention immediately.

Rulox may cause nausea, constipation, diarrhea or headache... If your doctor has instructed you to use Rulox, remember that the doctor has judged that the benefits must outweigh the risks. experience side effects. In fact, there are many people who use Rulox without any serious side effects.
Magnesium in Rulox can cause diarrhea, combined with aluminum in Rulox can help control diarrhea effectively (because aluminum can cause constipation). However, if a patient taking Rulox develops constipation, drink plenty of fluids and exercise. In fact, diarrhea is a more common side effect than constipation.
Aluminum contained in Rulox can bind with phosphate, an important body chemical that exists in the intestines, which can cause hypophosphataemia, especially if the patient is taking Rulox in high doses. large quantities and for long periods of time. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of the following symptoms that indicate low phosphate status: loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, muscle weakness.
Unexpected but serious side effects of Rulox are: dizziness, fainting. Get medical attention right away if any of these rare but very serious side effects of Rulox occur: tarry black stools, slow and shallow breathing, slow or irregular heartbeat, mental changes , confusion, deep sleep, pain when urinating, stomach ache, vomit that looks like coffee grounds.
Serious allergic reactions to Rulox are very rare with symptoms including: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing.

Before taking Rulox, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to aluminum hydroxide, magnesium or simethicone, or any other allergies. If the patient has any of the following health problems, consult a doctor or pharmacist before using Rulox: frequent alcohol use, severe dehydration, kidney problems, including kidney stones.
Rulox medicine may contain aspartame, if the patient has phenylketonuria or any condition that requires aspartame (or phenylalanine) restriction, consult your doctor before using Rulox medicine.
Rulox may contain sugar, so consult your doctor or pharmacist about the safe use of this medication for people with diabetes. During pregnancy, Rulox should be used only when clearly needed after discussing the risks and benefits with your doctor. Rulox can pass into breast milk, consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Before using Rulox, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are using any of the following herbal products, prescription and over-the-counter medicines that contain phosphates (e.g. potassium phosphate). ), sodium polystyrene sulfonate. Rulox antacids can interfere with the absorption of many other medicines, so be sure with your pharmacist before taking an antacid like Rulox with any other medicine.
Lifestyle changes such as: reducing stress, stopping smoking, limiting alcohol and changing your diet (avoid caffeine, limit fatty foods, limit spices) increase the effectiveness of Rulox. If the patient is taking Rulox on a regular schedule and misses a dose, take it as soon as he remembers, however if it is almost time for the next dose of Rulox, skip the missed dose, do not take a double dose. dose.
Rulox medicine needs to be stored away from light and moisture, liquid Rulox medicinal products can be stored in the refrigerator without freezing, keeping the medicine away from children and pets. Do not flush Rulox down the toilet or empty it down the drain when it is expired or no longer in use.
Rulox is a medicine used to treat too much acid in the stomach. To ensure the effectiveness of treatment, patients need to take the drug exactly as directed by the doctor or pharmacist.
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Reference source: webmd.com