Question 1

what is in mylanta that makes it work?

Accepted Answer

MYLANTA ingredients: Mylanta has 3 active ingredients :
aluminum hydroxide -antacid works by neutralizing protons (acid) and
magnesium hydroxide -antacid works by neutralizing protons (acid) and 
simethicone -antigas =is an anti-foaming agent that decreases the surface tension of gas bubbles (it does not stop gas from forming, however) usual dose: over 12 years: take 2-4 teaspoonfuls between meals.

Question 2

what drug  is in mylanta that makes it work?

Accepted Answer

Antacid: The aluminum hydroxide salt in mylanta neutralizes the acid in the stomach.

Question 3

is mylanta and maalox the same?

Accepted Answer

Not quite: However, they are very close to being identical.

Question 4

can someone take mylanta and nyquil at the same time?

Accepted Answer

Yes: These products do not conflict or interact with one another.  Use them if you need them.

Question 5

how long should i wait after taking mylanta before i drink anything?

Accepted Answer

Zero minutes: there is no reason to not drink...go ahead and drink plenty of fluids! With respect to alcohol - would wait 24 hours as this is possibly the cause of your heartburn and upset stomach!

Question 6

does mylanta affect the way diabetic drugs work in your body as far as how they work?

Accepted Answer

Mylanta: Mylanta is unlikely to be related to diabetes. If you have symptoms that are of concern to you, a visit to your doctor would be in order.
You can also go online and learn what the effects of Mylanta would be. Most often very helpful.

Question 7

took 3 teaspoons of regular strength mylanta before bedtime. woke up 6 hrs later with diahrrea. can this dosage cause diahrrea?  thanks.

Accepted Answer

Anti Acid : Mutants has Aluminum Hydroxide andMagnesium Hydroxide . It is probably the Magnesium Hydroxide that caused the Diarrhea .

Question 8

can i take mylanta with amoxicillin?

Accepted Answer

Not at the same time: You can be taking both amoxicillin and Mylanta but they should be taken at least an hour apart. This is to be sure that there is adequate absorption of the amoxicillin. A good regimen would be to take the Mylanta either two hours before or one hour after taking the amoxicillin.

Question 9

can i take famotidine after taking mylanta ?

Accepted Answer

Yes: those two can be taken together.

However, if you reflux has not been controlled, you may need to be on a different medication.

Question 10

can i mix claritin (loratadine) with mylanta?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Claritin is a brand name of loratadine, a second generation antihistaminic. Loratadine absorption is not affected if taken with foods, actually seems to be increased. Mixing with mylanta is not expected to be disadvantageous.

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