Almax is a drug belonging to the group of antacids, normally used to reduce the impact produced by excess gastric acids. Its active principle is Almagato, a chemical compound that is used, likewise, to treat gastritis, hyperchlorhydria, dyspepsia, esophagitis, hiatal hernia, gastric ulcer and as an aid in duodenal ulcer.
It works by inhibiting active pepsin and neutralizing all bile acids; In general, it is quite effective, but if it is administered in combination with other medications or the hours of ingestion are very close, it may not be fully absorbed or, on the contrary, its toxicity increases because it can not expel the processed remains of the drug, by alkalinization of urine. It is not recommended to be administered during pregnancy or lactation, as there are possibilities that it affects the development of the fetus or the composition of breast milk (it may contain traces of the drug). If hypersensitivity to the active principle or some of the additional components is present, its use is not recommended.
Adverse reactions are not very serious and are transitory, as they occur in diarrhea, which disappears after stopping treatment. People who suffer from kidney failure, due to the risk of the accumulation of aluminum and magnesium ions; people on low-phosphorus diets or absorption problems should not consume it. The prescribing physician should be informed if any significant changes occur in the body's behavior (internal bleeding, hematemesis).
Regarding the dosage, in the case of tablets, the recommended dose is 1g (two tablets), three times a day, approximately 1 hour after the main meals; for suspensions, 1 tablespoon of 7.5 ml is administered, 3 times a day, 1 hour after eating meals. The dose prescribed for the elderly cannot be changed, but children should take half the recommended adult dose.
