How to take phosphalugel for stomach pain?

Pharmacological group

The drug belongs to the category of antacids. Phosphalugel binds hydrochloric acid secretion in the stomach, reducing gastric acidity, which often worries patients with gastric ulcers, esophagitis or gastritis, etc.

The drug is endowed with unique properties: it envelops the gastric mucosa, protects it from the negative effects of digestive gastric juices.

The drug is actively used in the treatment of all kinds of intoxications and digestive disorders, because it has protective and antacid properties.

Use of the drug for infants

For diarrhea in an infant, Phosphalugel is indicated at a dose of 4 g 6 times a day. The product is given after each feeding. The course of treatment should not exceed 5 days. In the future, according to indications, the pediatrician may extend therapy. The medicine eliminates flatulence, which accompanies indigestion and intoxication in the baby.

Vomiting and frequent regurgitation in infants can be eliminated by taking the medication in its pure form in a therapeutic dose for no more than 2 days. Children tolerate the drug well. If rashes, redness or other irritations appear on the skin after taking it, stop treatment with Phosphalugel.

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Before treating poisoning in a child, parents should ask their pediatrician whether this or that drug can be given to their children. Phosphalugel is an effective and relatively safe medicine, quickly eliminating the symptoms of intoxication.

Manufacturer, composition and release form

Phosphalugel is produced by the French company Pharmatis in the form of a gel. In addition to the main active ingredient - aluminum phosphate, the drug also contains auxiliary components such as:

• Pectin;
• Sorbitol;
• Agar-agar;
• Potassium sorbate;
• Calcium sulfate dihydrate;
• Orange flavor;
• Water.

Photo of the drug Phosphalugel

The gel is white in color and has the taste and smell of orange. The drug is packaged in sachets of 20 or 16 g. One package contains 20 sachets.

Comparison of the safety of Phosphalugel and Gastal

The safety of a drug includes many factors.

At the same time, in Phosphalugel it is quite similar to Gastal. It is important where the drug is metabolized: drugs are excreted from the body either unchanged or in the form of products of their biochemical transformations. Metabolism occurs spontaneously, but most often involves major organs such as the liver, kidneys, lungs, skin, brain and others. When assessing the metabolism of Phosphalugel, as well as Gastal, we look at which organ is the metabolizing organ and how critical the effect on it is.

The risk-benefit ratio is when the prescription of a drug is undesirable, but justified under certain conditions and circumstances, with the obligatory observance of caution in use. At the same time, Phosphalugel does not have any risks when used, just like Gastal.

Also, when calculating safety, it is taken into account whether only allergic reactions occur or possible dysfunction of the main organs. In other matters, as well as the reversibility of the consequences of using Phosphalugel and Gastal.

Mechanism of action

The drug has an antacid, enveloping and absorbent effect, which is provided by the active substance - aluminum phosphate. It neutralizes acid and envelops the gastrointestinal tract structures, preventing their irritation.

• The sorption effect is manifested in the binding of harmful substances and pathogenic microorganisms settled in the intestinal lumens by the drug and their elimination along with feces. The gel binds toxins, viruses and bacteria formed inside the body or penetrated from the outside.
• The antacid effect of the drug is manifested in the binding and neutralization of gastric juice due to the formation of aluminum chloride. Due to hydrochloric acid neutralization, the acidity of gastric secretions decreases to normal values ​​approximately 5-10 minutes after taking the drug. After normalizing the acidity, the neutralization reaction noticeably slows down, almost stopping. The active substance remaining in the body ensures the maintenance of normal acidity for quite a long time.
• The enveloping effect is due to the ability of aluminum phosphate to be adsorbed onto the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract, creating a mucoid layer on them, which protects the mucous membranes from the aggressive effects of pepsin, hydrochloric acid, toxins and other substances coming from the outside or being metabolites. The protective effect ensures the normalization of the processes of food movement through the intestinal sections.

The drug is safe because it is not capable of causing strong alkalization of gastric juice and does not cause excessive production of hydrochloric acid. And long-term use of Phosphalugel does not cause disturbances in phosphorus metabolism.

Comparison of the effectiveness of Phosphalugel and Gastal

The effectiveness of Phosphalugel is quite similar to Gastal - this means that the ability of the drug substance to provide the maximum possible effect is similar.
For example, if the therapeutic effect of Phosphalugel is more pronounced, then using Gastal even in large doses will not achieve this effect.

Also, the speed of therapy - an indicator of the speed of therapeutic action - is approximately the same for Phosphalugel and Gastal. And bioavailability, that is, the amount of a drug reaching its site of action in the body, is similar. The higher the bioavailability, the less it will be lost during absorption and use by the body.

Indications

Phosphalugel is prescribed for the development of the following conditions:

• Ulcerative lesions of the duodenum and stomach;
• Hernia processes in the diaphragm;
• Diarrhea of ​​functional origin;
• Gastritis;
• Functional pathologies of the large intestine;
• Esophagitis, reflux;
• Non-ulcer dyspepsia;
• Disorders of gastric and intestinal origin, provoked by intoxications, medications, irritants and alcoholic beverages.

Effect of the drug

When heartburn occurs, people wonder whether one or another remedy can be used, and which one is more effective. Phosphalugel perfectly helps neutralize hydrochloric acid without reducing its production. The medicine acts only on abnormal processes, bringing them to a normal physiological state.

The drug also has enveloping properties. It settles on the walls of the gastrointestinal tract and protects the mucous membrane from negative effects. Protects organ cells from damage and restores them. The medicine can also help remove toxins, bacteria and viruses from the body.

Effect of the drug "Phosphalugel"

Instructions for use of Phosphalugel

The drug is taken by adults and children over 6 years of age twice or thrice a day, 1-2 sachets. Children under 6 months are advised to take a teaspoon after feeding, each one, and babies over six months are advised to take Phosphalugel 2 teaspoons four times a day.

Phosphalugel can be taken in the form of a gel, or diluted in ½ glass of water. More precise dosages and frequency of doses depend on the specific reason for prescribing the drug.

For heartburn

For digestive disorders such as heartburn or heaviness in the stomach, the drug should be taken three times a day in a 16-gram sachet before meals.

Vomiting and nausea

The drug is also effective against nausea and vomiting syndrome, if it occurs against the background of an irritating factor affecting the gastric mucosa. To do this, the drug is taken in a 16-gram sachet at least three times a day.

Diarrhea

For diarrhea and other disorders of the large intestine, Phosphalugel should be taken at night and in the morning on an empty stomach in a 16-gram sachet, after kneading it to obtain a homogeneous consistency of the drug.

Constipation

If the patient is concerned about constipation, then Phosphalugel should be taken early in the morning and before bedtime, a 16 g sachet.

Bloating

If it is necessary to solve the problem of bloating, then the drug is also taken one sachet twice a day, as for constipation.

Gastritis

For the treatment of gastritis, Phosphalugel is drunk before meals twice or thrice a day in a 20-gram packet.

Pancreatitis

With the development of pancreatitis, treatment with Phosphalugel is carried out one or two 20-gram sachets two or three times a day. The drug should be taken after a meal, about an hour or two, or immediately when pain occurs.

For intestinal infection

For the treatment of intestinal infections, the drug is taken in 20-gram sachets twice or three times a day.

PHOSPHALUGEL (gel)

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If all the doctor’s prescriptions were followed, the acute stage of gastritis passed quickly enough. The diet was adjusted, there were no more acute stages during adolescence. But as you know, man is an imperfect being, no, no, but he will allow himself something forbidden, and then more and more. As a result, an old forgotten sore wakes up and makes itself felt. In case of stomach pain, I always have phosphalugel on hand.

You can buy the drug in a large package; the sachet is enough for a course of treatment or individual portioned sachets if you need to eliminate an attack. The drug is dispensed in a pharmacy without a doctor's prescription.

In addition to the included instructions, both large packaging and portioned bags are informative.

So on different sides of a large package you can study the indications for use:

Method of administration and dose.

Composition of the drug.

Best before date. The shelf life is long enough, which allows you to buy the drug in reserve if necessary, and store it in your home medicine cabinet just in case.

The box contains sachets with gel. The bags are dense, made of several layers, including: laminated paper, aluminum foil and polyethylene. You can take them with you without fear that they will tear and the contents will leak. Checked! During my next attack, I carried the bag with me in my bag for more than a year (thank God I didn’t need it). The bag was frayed, but did not tear and the contents did not leak.

The necessary information is also available on the sachet, which is very convenient if you threw away the medicine box or didn’t have it in the first place (if the medicine was purchased in portions).

The photo shows two bags that can be easily separated from each other using perforations.

Each sachet bears the expiration date of the medicine.

The sachet is easy to open without the help of scissors. The location of the opening is indicated by a dotted line.

What is the gel? The color is white or almost white, and looks like chalk or powder diluted in water.

You can take the gel either in its pure form or dilute it a little with water. The second option is preferable for me.

As for the taste. The gel has a sweetish taste and a parashkoobrazny (chalky) consistency. Before writing the review, I read that the gel has an orange scent, but I didn’t smell it at all. Yes, you can feel something sweet, but it’s just the orange... I take the gel quite easily, I don’t experience any unpleasant sensations or vomiting.

The dosage and number of gel doses per day are prescribed by the doctor depending on the problem. So, my child had a suspicion of gastritis (which, fortunately, was not confirmed after the examination), the doctor prescribed one sachet of phosphalugel morning/evening. We were treated not only with the gel, but also with this water. After 2-3 days we noticed improvements, the amount of discomfort in the stomach decreased, and then completely disappeared.

As for me, phosphalugel helps me quite quickly if necessary. Thanks to the acid-neutralizing, enveloping effect, after 10-15 minutes the feeling of burning, characteristic pain and heaviness decreases and gradually disappears.

Instructions.

However, like any other drug, phosphalugel has certain contraindications and side effects, so before taking the gel it would be a good idea to consult a doctor.

As for the price, 3 years ago we bought a pack of phosphalugel (20 sachets) for 408 rubles (most likely we bought it at the first pharmacy we came across, or perhaps the prices for the drug jumped wildly; it was the fall of 2014, when the dollar and euro were growing by leaps and bounds). A month ago, we bought exactly the same pack for my daughter, from the same manufacturer, for 268 rubles (we chose the parameters based on the best price/territorial availability of the pharmacy). So, before purchasing a drug, I advise you to turn to the help of the World Wide Web and look for the most optimal price for the medicine.

Good luck to everyone and don't get sick!

Pregnancy and lactation

Pregnant girls often suffer from vomiting or heartburn, diarrhea or constipation, flatulence and belching. Some mothers are bothered by such symptoms throughout pregnancy, causing a lot of trouble and making pregnancy simply unbearable.

To cope with such symptoms, pregnant women can take Phosphalugel throughout pregnancy.

The drug is usually prescribed to pregnant women in episodic doses when unpleasant symptoms appear.

You can take no more than 5 sachets of 20 grams per day, and you can take no more than 40 grams of the drug at a time, although it is better to take the product one sachet.

It is also recommended that pregnant women take Phosphalugel in case of severe toxicosis. To do this, you can take Phosphalugel only three or four times in a 16-gram sachet before meals. Also, taking Phosphalugel is safe for lactating women.

Comparison of addiction between Phosphalugel and Gastal

Like safety, addiction also involves many factors that must be considered when evaluating a drug.

So, the totality of the values ​​of such parameters as “o syndrome” in Phosphalugel is quite similar to the similar values ​​in Gastal. Withdrawal syndrome is a pathological condition that occurs after the cessation of intake of addictive or dependent substances into the body. And resistance is understood as initial immunity to a drug; in this it differs from addiction, when immunity to a drug develops over a certain period of time. The presence of resistance can only be stated if an attempt has been made to increase the dose of the drug to the maximum possible. At the same time, in Phosphalugel the meaning of the “syndrome” is quite small, however, just like in Gastal.

Interaction with other drugs and alcohol

Phosphalugel slows down or interferes with the absorption of Indomethacin and salicylates, Chlorpromazine or Diflunisal, tetracyclines, Digoxin or antihistamines.

Also, you do not need to take Phosphalugel with Penicillamine and Lansoprazole, anticoagulants or barbiturates, Rifampin or Cefpodoxime, etc. Drugs from the category of anticholinergics enhance or increase the duration of action of Phosphalugel, as well as its analogues.

Taking Phosphalugel reduces the negative effects of ethanol on the gastrointestinal mucous membranes. The drug quickly normalizes the patient's condition in case of alcohol intoxication.

Comparison of side effects of Phosphalugel and Gastal

Side effects or adverse events are any adverse medical event that occurs in a subject after administration of a drug.

Phosphalugel's side effects are almost the same as Gastal's. They both have few side effects. This implies that the frequency of their occurrence is low, that is, the indicator of how many cases of an undesirable effect of treatment are possible and registered is low. The undesirable effect on the body, the strength of influence and the toxic effect of Phosphalugel are similar to Gastal: how quickly the body recovers after taking it and whether it recovers at all.

special instructions

• If constipation develops while taking Phosphalugel, then it is necessary to increase fluid intake.
• The drug can be taken by diabetics, as well as for prophylaxis in order to reduce the absorption of radioactive substances.
• Taking the drug does not affect the results of X-ray studies.
• It is not recommended to take the drug for a long time without medical prescription.
• With special caution, Phosphalugel is prescribed to patients with myocardial insufficiency, hepatic cirrhosis or renal pathologies.

If you need to take cardiac glycosides, drugs containing iron, tetracycline antibiotics, then this can be done only a couple of hours after Phosphalugel.

How the drug works

Phosphalugel is an antacid drug whose action is aimed at reducing the acidity of gastric juice. The remedy relieves heartburn, but does not cure the cause. A high level of acidity in the digestive tract is an indicator of various pathological conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. Therefore, if heartburn occurs regularly, it is better to consult a gastroenterologist to identify the cause and subsequent adequate treatment.

Using a soda solution to get rid of heartburn is often used as a folk method to eliminate this unpleasant symptom. But when using soda, the acidity decreases very quickly, after which it reaches a high level again. Therefore, using this method to relieve heartburn has a short-term effect.

Of the antacids, Phosphalugel is the most harmless medicine. This antacid is not absorbed into the blood, so adverse reactions after administration are minor.

The active ingredient is aluminum phosphate. In addition, the antacid contains agar-agar, water, flavoring, pectin and calcium sulfate dihydrate.

The action of Phosphalugel is as follows:

• reduces the level of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, hydrochloric acid reacts with aluminum phosphate, and as a result of the reaction a salt is formed - aluminum chloride;
• adsorbs harmful substances that cause heartburn, acidity decreases gradually, upon reaching a normal level, the reaction rate of interaction of gastric juice with the components of the antacid decreases and then stops;
• protects the gastric mucosa due to its enveloping effect for a long time;
• reduces the intensity of the effects of pepsin, which is activated in an acidic environment;
• does not lead to a re-increase in the secretion of hydrochloric acid;
• does not alkalize gastric juice.

The product begins to act within 10 minutes. Depending on the cause of heartburn, phosphalugel is taken according to different regimens:

• For heartburn, use ½ sachet, after 10 minutes drink the rest;
• for diaphragmatic hernia, take one sachet after meals and before bed;
• for gastritis, drink the remedy before meals three times a day;
• for ulcers - an hour or two after eating;
• for diarrhea - two sachets at a time, a similar dose for nausea and vomiting.

The instructions for use contain all the details of taking the medication for various pathologies.

Long-term self-medication can lead to the development of various complications.

Use during pregnancy

If you have problems with the gastrointestinal tract in pregnant women, you can take Phosphalugel. It is usually recommended to use no more than two sachets of medication per day, since constipation may develop as a side reaction, which is undesirable for expectant mothers. This antacid should be avoided if breastfeeding.

It is advisable to take Phosphalugel during pregnancy only after the recommendations of a specialist.

Contraindications

The drug does not have a large number of adverse reactions. Contraindications for use are as follows:

• acute and chronic kidney pathologies;
• allergic reactions to the drug;
• low phosphorus levels in the blood;
• Alzheimer's disease.

The drug should be taken carefully and under medical supervision in case of liver cirrhosis, pathological processes in the kidneys, heart failure, pregnancy, lactation and people over 65 years of age.

To prevent the development of constipation, during treatment with the drug you should drink more water than usual.

Analogs

The choice of antacids is quite large. Analogues of Phosphalugel are:

• Almagel - according to the scheme of action is similar to Phosphalugel. The difference is in the form of release - it is a liquid suspension. Most often used to quickly relieve heartburn symptoms. Not used for long-term treatment.
• Almagel A - has a stronger effect and is used for the treatment of pain.
• Almagel Neo - used to treat gas formation.
• Maalox is an antacid, available in the form of a suspension and tablets. Used for heartburn and stomach pain.
• Rennie - chewable tablets designed to relieve symptoms of heartburn, pain in the stomach, eliminate discomfort due to poor diet, alcohol abuse, coffee, and dyspepsia.
• Gasterin is available in sachets in gel form. Neutralizes the increased acidity of the stomach, is used for stomach and duodenal ulcers, and for various food and drug poisoning.
• Gastal are lozenges. The drug is used for high acidity of the stomach, stomach and duodenal ulcers, gastritis.
• Gaviscon - chewable tablets. Pharmacological action – antacid.

All analogues of the drug Phosphalugel have the same pharmacological effect. The difference between drugs is in the form of release, the composition of the components of the drug and their effect on the body. The main effect of all antacids is the neutralization of hydrochloric acid in the stomach due to the chemical reaction of the acid with the components of the drugs.

Indications for use of the drug

Phosphalugel is prescribed for a number of gastrointestinal pathologies. Indications include:

• peptic ulcer;
• esophagitis;
• gastritis;
• reflux;
• duodenitis;
• diaphragmatic hernia;

• enterocolitis;
• sigmoiditis;
• pancreatitis.

The drug can be taken for intestinal infections, food and chemical poisoning, as well as to protect the gastrointestinal mucosa while taking aggressive medications, abuse of alcoholic beverages, coffee, and smoking.

Proper treatment with Phosphalugel will help quickly relieve symptoms of digestive disorders, such as:

• heartburn;
• belching with a sour taste;
• bloating;
• heaviness;
• stomach pain;
• nausea;
• vomiting;

• diarrhea;
• flatulence.

Phosphalugel works quickly. As a rule, the patient feels better within 2-3 hours after taking the first dose of the drug. During this time, the intensity of painful sensations decreases and heartburn is eliminated. This occurs due to the fact that the components included in the composition not only envelop the mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal tract from the inside, but also neutralize the acid inside the stomach, turning it into compounds that are safe for the body.