Rumibex

Information About Rumibex

About Rumibex

Medicine Brand Rumibex is manufactured by Lupin Laboratories Ltd and mainly contents the generic drug Magnesium Hydroxide.

Pakaging

170Ml

Active Ingredients For Rumibex

Magnesium Hydroxide 185Mg Simethicone 50Mg

Diseases List For Which Rumibex Is Prescribed

This Drug Is Prescribed For Antacid and osmotic purgative

Other Significations For Rumibex

This Medication Magnesium hydroxide is used to treat a number of problems It is an antacid neutralising acidic stomach contents as well as an osmotic laxative which induces a laxative effect stimulating stool production It is used as an oral suspension to relieve constipation by acting as an osmotic laxative which encourages water to be retained in the gut and faeces and it also used as an antacid for the relief of stomach discomfort indigestion heartburn a burning feeling in the chest behind the breastbone or gullet and wind flatulence Magnesium hydroxide reacts with hydrochloric acid in the stomach to form magnesium chloride which neutralises the acidity of the stomach contents In general this drug is used to relieve constipation and for the relief of indigestion Benefits of being on this drug can include regular bowel movements and relief from the painful symptoms of indigestion and heartburn

Precautions To Be Taken Before Rumibex

Before using this medication tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescriptionherbal products you may use especially of Antibiotics eg tetracycline Antiarrhythmics to control heartbeat rhythm problems eg digoxin Stomach acid antisecretory drugs eg cimetidine

Major Conditions And Care

Pregnancy And Rumibex

Can We Take Rumibex During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy Class : C Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and wellcontrolled studies in humans but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks

Lactation And Rumibex

Can We Use Rumibex During Lactation

Lactation Class L4 There is positive evidence of risk to a breastfed infant or to breastmilk production but the benefits of use in breastfeeding mothers may be acceptable despite the risk to the infant eg if the drug is needed in a lifethreatening situation or for a serious disease for which safer drugs cannot be used or are ineffective

Side Effects Of Rumibex

Nausea stomach upset skin rash acute toxicity