Magnesium Trisilicate (Magnesium Trisilicate)
Overview of Magnesium Trisilicate
Magnesium Trisilicate is a non-systemic antacid used in the treatment of peptic ulceration. Neutralization of acid is slow in onset but relatively prolonged due to adsorbent properties of silicic acid formed in the stomach. It has a lexative effect in larger doses. Danger of magnesium toxicity in patients with renal failure.
Indication of Magnesium Trisilicate
Magnesium Trisilicate is primarily indicated in conditions like Dyspepsia, Heart burn, Hyperacidity.
Contraindication of Magnesium Trisilicate
Magnesium Trisilicate is contraindicated in conditions like Osteomalacia,Hypophosphataemia,Kidney disease.
Side Effects of Magnesium Trisilicate
The severe or irreversible adverse effects of Magnesium Trisilicate, which give rise to further complications include Hypermanganesemia, Kidney stones.,The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Magnesium Trisilicate are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Diarrhea, Constipation, Nausea and vomiting.
Precautions of Magnesium Trisilicate
Donot exceed prescribed dose because it will cause diarrhea.Magnesium trisilicate should be use with caution in patients with renal impairment, stomach disorders and allergies