Alucol chewable tablets 24 pcs

What is Alucol and when is it used?

Alucol binds and neutralizes excess acid in the stomach and eliminates it the discomfort it causes. Its effect sets in quickly and sustainably. Alucol is mainly taken for the following complaints: -acid regurgitation, -Stomach burning (heartburn). Alucol is available as chewable tablets (peppermint flavor) and gel (peppermint flavor and fruit flavor).

What should be considered?

Note for diabetics Alucol contains sorbitol and saccharin. Taking into account the calories, Alucol is suitable for diabetics. Alucol contains 0.4 g digestible carbohydrates per 5 ml gel or per chewable tablet. This corresponds to 0.04 bread units (BU) per 5 ml gel or per chewable tablet. 5 ml Alucol Gel correspond to approx. 1.7 kcal or 7 kJ; 1 Alucol chewable tablet corresponds to approx. 1.5 kcal or 6 kJ.

When should Alucol not be taken?

In the event of hypersensitivity to the active ingredients or to one of the excipients of the drug (according to «What does Alucol contain?»), as well as in the event of severe Disorders of kidney function (renal insufficiency) and in case of diarrhea Alucol must not be taken. Alucol Gel contains 4.9% alcohol by volume. It must not be taken by children and young people.

When is caution required when taking Alucol?

Alucol must not be taken for longer than 2 weeks without consulting a doctor. In the case of prolonged and/or recurring symptoms, a doctor must examine whether a serious illness could be present. Alucol should also not be taken for long periods of time without medical supervision, because long-term use can lead to changes in blood salts, especially calcium and phosphate. Taking Alucol at the same time as other medicines can reduce the absorption of many other medicines. Therefore, other medicines should always be taken 2 hours earlier or later than Alucol. Alucol can influence the effect of some other medicines, e.g. antibiotics, cardiac glycosides, iron, painkillers and rheumatism medicines due to the aluminum hydroxide contained in Alucol if they are taken at the same time. Alucol Gel contains 402.5 mg sorbitol per 1 scoop (5 ml) or 3220 mg sorbitol per 8 scoops of the maximum daily dose (40 ml). Alucol chewable tablets contain 350 mg sorbitol per 1 chewable tablet or 2800 mg sorbitol per 8 chewable tablets of the maximum daily dose. Sorbitol is a source of fructose. Talk to your doctor before you (or your child) take or receive this medicine if your doctor has told you that you (or your child) have an intolerance to some sugars or if you have Hereditary Fructose Intolerance (HFI) - a rare congenital condition in which a person cannot break down fructose - has been identified. Alucol contains less than 1 mmol sodium (23 mg) per 5 ml gel or per 1 chewable tablet, i.e. essentially 'sodium-free'. it is almost «sodium-free». Alucol Gel contains 188 mg alcohol (ethanol) per 5 ml (1 measuring spoon) corresponding to 4.9% by volume. The amount in 5 ml of this medicine is equivalent to about 5 ml of beer or about 2 ml of wine. The amount of alcohol in Alucol Gel is unlikely to affect adults and adolescents, or be noticeable in children. In young children, effects may be possible, e.g. drowsiness. The amount of alcohol in Alucol Gel can alter the effects of other medicines. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking other medicines. If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. If you are dependent on alcohol, talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine. Alucol Gel contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate E 218 and propyl parahydroxybenzoate E 216, which can cause allergic reactions, including delayed reactions. Tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist if you ?suffer from other diseases, ? Have allergies or ?Take other medicines (including those you bought yourself!) or use them externally!

Can Alucol be taken/used during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

You must not take Alucol while pregnant or breastfeeding unless prescribed by a doctor.

How do you use Alucol?

Adults Alucol Gel: 1-2 scoops or ½-1 sachet ½-1 hour after meals or when symptoms occur. Maximum daily dose: 8 scoops or 4 sachets. Shake well before use. Alucol Chewable Tablets: Chew 1-2 chewable tablets ½-1 hour after eating or when symptoms occur or let them dissolve slowly in your mouth. Maximum daily dose: 4-8 chewable tablets. The use and safety of Alucol in children and adolescents has not yet been tested. Stick to the dosage given in the package leaflet or as prescribed by your doctor. If you think the medicine is too weak or too strong, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What side effects can Alucol have?

The drug can change the consistency of the stool (constipation, softening of the stool, diarrhoea). Occasionally belching and flatulence may occur. If such symptoms occur at the recommended dose, the dose should be reduced. Long-term use can lead to changes in blood salts, especially calcium and phosphate. Long-term use can lead to increased aluminum blood levels in patients with impaired kidney function. The doctor must therefore regularly check the aluminum blood level in these patients. If you notice any side effects that are not described here, tell your doctor, pharmacist or druggist.

What else needs to be considered?

The medicinal product may only be used up to the date marked «EXP» on the container. Use by after opening Opened packs of Alucol Gel (130 ml and 500 ml bottles) have a shelf life of 8 weeks. Storage Instructions Store at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep out of the reach of children. Further Notes Your doctor, pharmacist or druggist can provide you with further information. These people have the detailed information for specialists.

What is in Alucol?

Alucol Gel 5 ml gel (= 1 measuring spoon or ½ sachet) contain: Active ingredients 375 mg aluminum hydroxide and 175 mg magnesium hydroxide. Excipients Sorbitol solution 70% E 420, glycerol E 422, alcohol 4.9% by volume, methyl parahydroxybenzoate E 218, colloidal silica E 551, propyl parahydroxybenzoate E 216, sodium saccharin E 954, aromatics, water. Alucol chewable tablets 1 chewable tablet contains: Active ingredients 540 mg aluminum hydroxide and 180 mg magnesium hydroxide. Excipients Sodium saccharin E 954, peppermint oil, calcium stearate, povidone E 1201, macrogol 4000, microcrystalline cellulose E 460, sorbitol E 420.

Approval number

36355 (Swissmedic) Alucol Gel. 23128 (Swissmedic) Alucol chewable tablets.

Where can you get Alucol? What packs are available?

In pharmacies and drugstores, without a doctor's prescription. Alucol Gel Packs of 130 ml and 500 ml with peppermint or fruit flavor. Pack of 20 sachets of 10 ml with fruit flavoring (out of stock). Alucol chewable tablets Packs of 24 and 72 chewable tablets.

Authorization holder

Melisana AG, 8004 Zurich. This leaflet was last checked by the drug authority (Swissmedic) in August 2020.