Maalox Max

Maalox Max relieves symptoms of acid reflux, indigestion, heartburn, gas, and a sour stomach. Do not use for more than 2 weeks without approval from your doctor.

Maalox Max Overview

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Maalox Max is an over the counter medication used to relieve symptoms of acid reflux, indigestion, heartburn, gas, and a sour stomach.

It is a single product containing 3 ingredients: aluminum hydroxide, magnesium hydroxide, and simethicone. Aluminum hydroxide and magnesium hydroxide belong to a group of drugs called antacids. Antacids work by neutralizing the acid in the stomach and help reduce symptoms of heartburn. Simethicone belongs to a group of drugs called antiflatulents. Antiflatulents work by breaking up gas bubbles in the stomach and making them easier to be burped before entering the intestines. 

This medication comes in a oral (by mouth) liquid, and is usually taken twice a day as needed, with or without food. 

Common side effects of Maalox Max include constipation and abdominal cramps. 

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  • Constipation
  • Duodenal Ulcer
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  • Gastroesophageal Reflux
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  • Kidney Failure, Chronic
  • Magnesium Deficiency
  • Metabolic Diseases
  • Stomach Ulcer

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Generics

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Maalox Max consists of multiple generic medications. The generic medications are listed below.

Aluminum Hydroxide

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Magnesium Hydroxide

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Simethicone

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Maalox Max Drug Class

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