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Rafton Liquid (Sodium Alginate Aluminum Hydroxide)
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Pharmacology
Rafton forms a protective neutralizing foam barrier in the stomach that effectively stops the upward flow of stomach acids into the esophagus providing fast relief of heartburn.
Rafton forms a protective neutralizing foam barrier in the stomach that effectively stops the upward flow of stomach acids into the esophagus providing fast relief of heartburn.
Indications
Rafton Forms A Protective Neutralizing Foam Barrier In The Stomach That Effectively Stops The Upward Flow Of Stomach Acids Into The Esophagus Providing Fast Relief Of Heartburn.
Rafton Forms A Protective Neutralizing Foam Barrier In The Stomach That Effectively Stops The Upward Flow Of Stomach Acids Into The Esophagus Providing Fast Relief Of Heartburn.
Contraindications
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Safety Information / Warning
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Precautions
Each 5mL of liquid contains approximately 30mg of sodium and each tablet contains approximately 22mg of sodium which should be noted for patients on severely restricted diets.
The cations of magnesium and aluminum interfere with the absorption of tetracycline, iron and phosphate. In addition, oral magnesium may accumulate in the plasma of patients with impaired renal function. Patients suffering from renal failure or those taking any form of tetracycline should not use Rafton.
Each 5mL of liquid contains approximately 30mg of sodium and each tablet contains approximately 22mg of sodium which should be noted for patients on severely restricted diets.
The cations of magnesium and aluminum interfere with the absorption of tetracycline, iron and phosphate. In addition, oral magnesium may accumulate in the plasma of patients with impaired renal function. Patients suffering from renal failure or those taking any form of tetracycline should not use Rafton.
Overdose
Symptoms and Treatment: Should overdose occur, gastric distention may result and it is best treated conservatively.
Symptoms and Treatment: Should overdose occur, gastric distention may result and it is best treated conservatively.
Recommended Dosage
Adults: 10to 20mL of liquid or 2to 4tablets 1to 4times daily chewed thoroughly, after meals and upon retiring. Administration may be followed by a half glass of water. Recommended dose, not more than 16tablets or 80mL/day. Do not swallow tablets whole.
Adults: 10to 20mL of liquid or 2to 4tablets 1to 4times daily chewed thoroughly, after meals and upon retiring. Administration may be followed by a half glass of water. Recommended dose, not more than 16tablets or 80mL/day. Do not swallow tablets whole.
Supplied / Packaging
Liquid: Each 5mL of tan-colored, fruit-flavored suspension contains: sodium alginate 250mg and aluminum hydroxide 100mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: calcium carbonate precipitated, cetylpyridinium chloride, guarana flavor, purified water, silicon dioxide, sodium (30mg), sodium bicarbonate, sodium cyclamate (sweetener), methylparaben, propylparaben, and xanthan gum. Alcohol-, gluten-, lactose, sucrose- and tartrazine-free. Bottles of 340mL.
Liquid: Each 5mL of tan-colored, fruit-flavored suspension contains: sodium alginate 250mg and aluminum hydroxide 100mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: calcium carbonate precipitated, cetylpyridinium chloride, guarana flavor, purified water, silicon dioxide, sodium (30mg), sodium bicarbonate, sodium cyclamate (sweetener), methylparaben, propylparaben, and xanthan gum. Alcohol-, gluten-, lactose, sucrose- and tartrazine-free. Bottles of 340mL.
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Brand Name
Rafton Liquid
Rafton Liquid
Generic Name
Sodium Alginate Aluminum Hydroxide
Sodium Alginate Aluminum Hydroxide
General Indications
Gastroesophageal Reflux Therapy
Gastroesophageal Reflux Therapy
