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Active ingredient: Aluminum Hydroxide
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Aluminum Hydroxide uses
Carton
| Active Ingredients (in each packet) | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Aluminum Hydroxide sulfate tetradecahydrate, 1347 mg | Astringent* |
| Calcium acetate monohydrate, 952 mg | Astringent* |
| *When combined together in water, these ingredients form the active ingredient Aluminum Hydroxide acetate. See Directions. | |
Uses
Temporarily relieves minor skin irritations due to:
- poison ivy
- poison oak
- poison sumac
- insect bites
- athlete's foot
- rashes caused by soaps, detergents, cosmetics, or jewelry
Warnings
For external use only
When using this product
- avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse thoroughly with water.
- do not cover compress or wet dressing with plastic to prevent evaporation
- in some skin conditions, soaking too long may overdry
Stop use and ask a doctor if condition worsens or symptoms persist for more than 7 days
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- dissolve 1 to 3 packets in a pint (16 oz) of cool or warm water
- stir until fully dissolved; do not strain or filter. The resulting mixture contains 0.16% (1 packet), 0.32% (2 packets), or 0.48% (3 packets) Aluminum Hydroxide acetate and is ready for use.
For use as a soak:
- soak affected area for 15 to 30 minutes as needed, or as directed by a doctor
- repeat 3 times a day or as directed by a doctor
- discard solution after each use
For use as a compress or wet dressing:
- soak a clean, soft cloth in the solution
- apply cloth loosely to affected area for 15 to 30 minutes
- repeat as needed or as directed by a doctor
- discard solution after each use
Other information protect from excessive heat
Inactive ingredients dextrin
Questions or comments?
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Aluminum Hydroxide is a registered trademark of Moberg Pharma AB
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References
- Dailymed."ALUMINUM HYDROXIDE LIQUID [ATLANTIC BIOLOGICALS CORPS]". https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailym... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Aluminum". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "Aluminum". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0137... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Aluminum Hydroxide?Depending on the reaction of the Aluminum Hydroxide after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Aluminum Hydroxide not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Aluminum Hydroxide addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Aluminum Hydroxide, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Aluminum Hydroxide consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
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No survey data has been collected yetOne visitor reported price estimates
What is your opinion about drug cost? Did you feel the cost is apt, or did you feel it is expensive?The report given by the sdrugs.com website users shows the following figures about several people who felt the medicine Aluminum Hydroxide is expensive, and the medicine is not expensive. The results are mixed. The perception of the cost of the medicine to be expensive or not depends on the brand name of the medicine, country, and place where it is sold, and the affordability of the patient. You can choose a generic drug in the place of the branded drug to save the cost. The efficiency of the medicine will not vary if it is generic or a branded one.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Expensive | 1 | 100.0% | |
One visitor reported frequency of use
How often in a day do you take the medicine?Are you taking the Aluminum Hydroxide drug as prescribed by the doctor?
Few medications can be taken Once in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Aluminum Hydroxide is mentioned below.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
Three visitors reported doses
What is the dose of Aluminum Hydroxide drug you are taking?According to the survey conducted among sdrugs.com website users, the maximum number of people are using the following dose 101-200mg. Few medications come in only one or two doses. Few are specific for adult dose and child dose. The dose of the medicine given to the patient depends on the severity of the symptom/disease. There can be dose adjustments made by the doctor, based on the progression of the disease. Follow-up is important.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 101-200mg | 1 | 33.3% | |
| 6-10mg | 1 | 33.3% | |
| 1-5mg | 1 | 33.3% | |
Visitor reported time for results
No survey data has been collected yetOne visitor reported administration
The drugs are administered in various routes, like oral or injection form. They are administered before food or after food. How are you taking Aluminum Hydroxide drug, before food or after food?Click here to find out how other users of our website are taking it. For any doubts or queries on how and when the medicine is administered, contact your health care provider immediately.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| After food | 1 | 100.0% | |
One visitor reported age
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 46-60 | 1 | 100.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology