Masanti Side Effects
Generic name: aluminum hydroxide / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 19, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Masanti Side Effects associated with aluminum hydroxide / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Masanti.
Applies to aluminum hydroxide / magnesium hydroxide / simethicone: oral suspension, oral tablet chewable.
Important warnings
This medicine can cause some serious health issues
This medicine can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines, especially certain antibiotics. Avoid taking any other medicine within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone.
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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bone pain, muscle weakness;
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confusion, changes in your mental state, seizure (convulsions); or
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pale skin, feeling light-headed or short of breath, rapid heart rate.
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
For healthcare professionals
Applies to aluminum hydroxide/magnesium hydroxide/simethicone: oral suspension, oral tablet chewable.
Gastrointestinal adverse events
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Constipation, diarrhea
- Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain[Ref]
Metabolic
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Hypermagnesemia
- Frequency not reported: Hyperaluminemia, hyperphosphatemia[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
- Frequency not reported: Anaphylactic reaction, angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions[Ref]
Dermatologic
Musculoskeletal
- Frequency not reported: Increased bone resorption, osteomalacia[Ref]
Renal
- Frequency not reported: Hypercalciuria[Ref]
References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Amphojel (aluminum hydroxide)." Wyeth-Ayerst Laboratories
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
3. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
4. (2022) "Product Information. Antacid Regular Strength (Al hydroxide/Mg hydroxide/simethicone)." Geri-Care Pharmaceuticals
5. (2022) "Product Information. Mylanta Maximum Strength Vanilla Caramel (Al hydroxide/Mg hydroxide/simethicone)." Infirst Healthcare Inc
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Masanti side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.