About Clocid Suspension 120ml
Antacid suspension for fast relief from heartburn, acidity, and stomach discomfort.
- Clocid relieves heartburn and the burning sensation that follows spicy or oily meals common in Pakistani cuisine.
- It eases acid indigestion, bloating, and a sour stomach feeling after eating.
- Doctors recommend it for mild gastritis symptoms and occasional acid reflux.
- It can be used alongside other stomach medicines to provide quick symptom relief.
- Some patients use it for stomach discomfort that comes with irregular meal times during Ramadan.
Clocid Suspension Uses in Urdu
- کلوسڈ سسپنشن معدے کی تیزابیت اور جلن کو کم کرنے کے لیے استعمال ہوتی ہے۔
- یہ مصالحے دار یا تیل والے کھانوں کے بعد ہونے والی جلن میں فوری آرام دیتی ہے۔
- بدہضمی اور پیٹ میں گیس کی شکایت میں بھی مفید ہے۔
- ہلکے معدے کی سوزش کی علامات میں بھی استعمال کی جاتی ہے۔
Clocid Suspension 120ml formula
- Aluminium Hydroxide
- Magnesium Hydroxide
How to use Clocid Suspension 120ml?
- The usual adult dose is 10 ml to 20 ml, taken after meals and at bedtime.
- The bottle should be shaken well before each use for an even dose.
- A measuring cup or spoon gives a more accurate dose than an average kitchen spoon.
- Clocid should not be taken within two hours of other oral medicines since it can reduce their absorption.
- Children need a lower dose that a doctor or pharmacist should confirm first.
Drug Interactions
- Tetracycline and ciprofloxacin antibiotics: Clocid can bind these antibiotics and reduce their absorption significantly.
- Iron supplements: Antacids can lower iron absorption when taken together.
- Digoxin: Absorption of this heart medicine may be reduced if taken close to an antacid dose.
- Thyroid medicines: Levothyroxine absorption can drop when taken too close to an antacid.
Risks and warnings
- Kidney disease: Patients with kidney problems should use this antacid cautiously since magnesium and aluminum can build up in the body.
- Long term use: Regular use for more than two weeks without medical advice is not recommended.
- Bowel changes: Aluminum can cause constipation while magnesium can cause loose stools, so effects vary by person.
- Low phosphate levels: Prolonged high dose use can lower phosphate levels in the blood.
- Pregnancy: Pregnant women should confirm use with their doctor even though this antacid is generally considered low risk.
Side Effects
- Constipation
- Diarrhea or loose stools
- Mild stomach cramps
- Chalky taste in the mouth
- Nausea in some patients
- Low phosphate levels with long term heavy use
Storage Conditions
Store below 30 degrees C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Shake well before each use and keep the cap tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.
