Maalox (Maalox) counterparts are cheap. Price, list

In gastroenterology is in great demand antacid drug Maalox, the action of which is aimed at reducing the acidity of gastric juice. Additionally, the drug has enveloping and absorbent properties. Gastroenterologists recommend taking the drug for ulcerative lesions of the mucous membrane of the stomach and duodenum, hernia of the esophagus, as well as for digestive disorders.

Before buying a medication, it is recommended to consult with your doctor, and also to study all positive and negative characteristics of the drug, so that in the presence of contraindications, choose a cheaper one analogue.

Advantages	Flaws
helps to quickly neutralize hydrochloric acid in the stomach	high price
if the recommended dosage is observed, the components of the drug do not penetrate into the bloodstream	the drug can provoke the progression of dyspeptic disorders
the medicine does not have a systemic effect on the body	maalox is prohibited from taking with hyperphosphatemia
the drug eliminates painful sensations in the epigastric region	the components of the drug can provoke a short-term violation of taste
Maalox can be prescribed to patients during pregnancy and lactation	in pediatrics, the drug is prohibited for children under 15 years of age
the likelihood of adverse reactions is only 2%
the drug helps to reduce the risk of negative effects of external and internal factors on the mucous membrane of the stomach, esophagus

The active ingredients in the tablets and suspensions of Maalox include: magnesium hydroxide and algeldrat.

The following substances help to enhance the therapeutic effect of the drug:

• magnesium stearate;
• sorbitol;
• sodium saccharinate;
• sucrose;
• mint flavor;
• mannitol.

The drug helps to reduce the concentration of hydrochloric acid in the stomach, minimizing the risk of its secondary hypersecretion.

The annotation to the drug contains the following indications for use:

• Exacerbation of peptic ulcer disease.
• Reflux esophagitis.
• Diaphragmatic hernia.
• Acute, chronic gastroduodenitis with normal or enhanced secretory function.
• Discomfort in the epigastric region, which arose against the background of the abuse of ethanol, caffeine, nicotine or drugs.
• Dyspepsia.

To achieve a positive therapeutic effect, it is necessary to take 1-2 tablets of the drug 3-4 times a day after 2 hours. after meal. The maximum daily dosage of the drug is 12 tablets. Treatment should not last longer than 3 months. Maalox tablets cost 245-320 rubles, for the drug in the form of a suspension you will have to pay 780-890 rubles. Due to the inflated price, many patients are looking for cheaper analogues of the drug that will help normalize the level of hydrochloric acid in the stomach.

Compositional analogs

Maalox (it is recommended to choose cheaper analogues only together with a qualified gastroenterologist in order to avoid negative reactions with side of the immune system) can be replaced with drugs that have an identical composition, but are more affordable. Before buying a medicinal product, you should make sure that there are no contraindications to use.

Almagel

Maalox can be replaced with the drug Almagel, since these drugs have an identical composition and indications for use. If a patient is diagnosed with gastritis in an inactive phase, then treatment with glucocorticosteroid drugs and medications from the NSAID group can provoke an exacerbation of the pathology.

In the annotation to the drug Almagel, the following contraindications are indicated:

• Chronic kidney disease.
• Alzheimer's disease.
• Hypersensitivity of the body to the components of the drug.

Almagel differs from Maalox medicine in that it can be used to treat children from the first month of life. A safe treatment regimen should be drawn up by a gastroenterologist. The manufacturer of the drug recommends taking 1-3 tablespoons of the suspension a maximum of 4 times a day.

The duration of the therapeutic course depends on the age of the patient, his current condition and the nature of the diagnosed disease. An overdose of the drug can provoke a complete or partial suppression of the motility of the digestive tract. The average price of the drug is within 240 rubles.

Ajiflux

This drug (like Maalox) belongs to the category of antacids. Agiflux is designed to relieve the symptoms of diseases of the digestive tract. The drug can be taken while undergoing complex therapy, as well as as an emergency aid for heartburn, frequent belching and dyspeptic disorders. Agiflux and Maalox have a similar composition, pharmacological properties, indications and contraindications for use.

To achieve a positive therapeutic effect, Ajiflux is recommended to take 2-3 tablets once a day (before bedtime or after 5 minutes. after meal). The suspension should be used 5-10 ml once a day. Treatment can last from 1 to 3 months. The drug costs 115-240 rubles.

Gastal

Maalox (analogs are cheaper to select, taking into account the nature of the diagnosed pathology, so that the completed therapeutic course helps prevent further progression of the disease and the development of complications) can be replaced by the drug Gastal, which belongs to the category of buffer antacids. Both drugs have an identical composition, as well as indications and contraindications. At the same time, Gastal can be used to treat children from 6 years old, and Maalox only from 15 years old.

To achieve a positive therapeutic effect, adults and children over 12 years of age are prescribed 1-2 tablets of the drug 4-5 times a day. The medicine must be absorbed after 1 hour. after meal. Treatment should last a maximum of 2 weeks. Children from 6 to 12 years old are prescribed half of the standard dose. A package of Gastal of 12 tablets costs 180-220 rubles.

Gaviscon

Maalox in modern gastroenterology is increasingly being replaced by the cheap analogue Gaviscon, which in the acidic environment of the stomach turns into an alginate gel with a zero pH. The drug covers the mucous membrane of the gastrointestinal tract with a special protective film, thereby reducing the likelihood of developing gastroesophageal reflux. When the contents of the stomach are thrown into the esophagus, the drug prevents irritation. Gaviscon is prescribed to patients in the same cases as Maalox.

In this case, the first drug has the following contraindications:

• Phenylketonuria.
• Individual intolerance to the components of the drug.
• Children's age (up to 12 years old).

It is recommended to take Gaviscon 2-4 tablets 3 times a day. The drug must be chewed. The maximum daily dosage is 16 tablets. The duration of the therapeutic course is determined by the gastroenterologist on an individual basis. Gaviscon tablets cost 160-240 rubles.

Rivolox

Maalox (analogs are cheaper, if used incorrectly, can provoke the occurrence of osteomalacia, which is characterized by insufficient mineralization of bone tissue) in the form of a suspension in bags before use, it is recommended to homogenize (shake up).

If abdominal pain develops, the contents of the package should be taken after 2 hours. after meal. If the patient is not satisfied with the price of Maalox, then it can be replaced with the equally effective drug Rivolox. Both drugs have identical indications and pharmacological properties. It should be borne in mind that Rivolox has a wider list of side reactions.

Adverse Reactions
Rivolox	Maalox
Nausea, vomiting	Hives, itching and burning of the skin
Hypophosphatemia	Anaphylactic shock
Change in taste	Angioedema
Osteomalacia	Stool disorder (diarrhea / constipation)
Hypermagnesemia	Hypercalciuria
Decrease in blood pressure indicators	Bone resorption
Encephalopathy	Hypermagnesemia
Hyperaluminaemia	Disturbance and short-term loss of taste
Nephrocalcinosis
Osteoporosis
Headache attacks
Increased irritability
Sleep disturbance
General malaise
Increased body temperature

Among the contraindications to the use of the drug Rivolox, only severe renal failure can be distinguished. It is recommended to take the drug in 1 tbsp. l. after 1 hour after meal. Shake the medicine bottle before use. The drug costs within 220 rubles.

Action analogs

Maalox (it is recommended to choose cheaper analogs taking into account the patient's concomitant chronic diseases, so that the purchased drug helps to reduce acidity gastric juice and did not provoke the development of side effects) can be replaced with a drug that has a different composition, but is characterized by a similar principle of influence on organism. If combined drug therapy is required to improve well-being, then the patient must first undergo a comprehensive examination of the body so that the doctor can correctly to diagnose.

Antareit

The drug has an absorbent, antacid, carminative and enveloping effect on the patient's body. The composition of the drug includes the following active ingredients: simethicone, magaldrat.

Excipients help to enhance the therapeutic effect of the drug:

• Sorbitol.
• Ethyl cellulose.
• Flavoring (caramel).
• Glyceryl dibehenate.
• Macrogol.
• Sucralose.
• Colloidal silicon dioxide.
• Aspartame.
• Glyceryl dibehenate.

Already after the first application, Antareit (like Maalox) helps to reduce the intensity of the manifestation of painful symptoms, the occurrence of which is due to an increase in the acidity of gastric juice and the development reflux esophagitis. For example, flatulence, heartburn, discomfort in the epigastric region, dyspepsia.

Antareit has the following contraindications for use:

• Hypophosphatemia.
• Severe renal failure.
• Hypersensitivity of the body to the components of the drug.

It is recommended to take Antareit 1 time a day, 1-2 tablets every 2 hours. after meal. If the patient's condition has not improved, then the drug can be taken again. The maximum daily dose is 6 tablets. The duration of the therapeutic course is determined by the gastroenterologist individually, taking into account the current condition of the patient. The drug costs 171-300 rubles.

Izzhogoff

This drug belongs to the category of dietary supplements.

The following components are included in the composition of the product as the main active ingredients:

• Chamomile officinalis extract.
• Marshmallow root powder.
• Peppermint oil.
• Fennel extract.
• Magnesium carbonate.

The drug Izzhogoff has the same indications for use as Maalox.

It is forbidden to take dietary supplements in the presence of the following diseases and conditions:

• Hypersensitivity to the components of the medication.
• Hypercalcemia.
• Renal failure
• Fructosemia.
• Children's age (up to 12 years old).
• Hypophosphatemia.
• Nephrocalcinosis.

To eliminate painful symptoms associated with an increase in the acidity of gastric juice, it is recommended to take Izzhogoff 1-2 tablets. The product must be chewed or gradually dissolve.

If symptoms recur, the drug must be taken again. The maximum daily dosage is 12 tablets. The average price of the drug is in the range of 229-265 rubles.

Rumney

As the main components of the Ramni drug, magnesium carbonate and calcium carbonate, which are responsible for fast, long-term neutralization of increased acidity of gastric juice, thereby protecting the mucous membrane of the digestive tract from damage. The drug takes effect after 5 minutes. after application.

Excipients:

• Sucrose.
• Mannitol.
• Orange flavor.
• Povidone.
• Talc.
• Sodium fumarate.

Ramni differs from Maalox in a more affordable price, since it costs 122-250 rubles, but both drugs have identical indications, contraindications, and also the scheme of use. Among the possible side reactions, only an allergic reaction to the components of the drug can be distinguished.

Omez

The active ingredient of the drug is omeprazole.

Auxiliary components:

• Sodium lauryl sulfate.
• Dibasic sodium phosphate.
• Purified water.
• Sucrose.

The drug Omez has received great demand in gastroenterology, since it has a wider list of indications for use than Maalox.

For example:

• Peptic ulcer, which arose against the background of stress or after the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs.
• Erosive and ulcerative esophagitis.
• Pancreatitis
• Systemic mastocytosis.
• Zollinger-Ellison Syndrome.
• Reflux esophagitis resulting from an increase in gastric acidity.

Medicines Omez and Maalox are characterized by the presence of identical contraindications for use.

A safe treatment regimen can only be prescribed by a qualified gastroenterologist. The manufacturer of the drug recommends taking 20 mg of Omez 1 time per day (immediately after waking up). The course of therapy is designed for 2 weeks. The drug costs 65-156 rubles.

Smecta

Maalox can be replaced with Smecta powder. 1 sachet contains 3 g of diosmectite, which is used as an active ingredient. Excipients: dextrose monohydrate, flavor, sodium saccharinate. Smecta is an effective antidiarrheal drug with adsorbing properties. This drug compares favorably with Maalox in that it can be prescribed to a child from 5 weeks of age.

The drug Smecta helps to fight heartburn, bloating, discomfort in the abdomen and other symptoms of dyspepsia. The drug is also effective in irritable bowel syndrome. Contraindications for Smecta powder are exactly the same as for Maalox. To normalize the condition and eliminate the increased acidity of gastric juice, gastroenterologists prescribe 1 sachet packet 3 times a day. Before use, the powder must be dissolved in 50-100 ml of warm water. The duration of the therapeutic course depends on the patient's condition. Smecta costs 110-230 rubles.

RemMax-KV

The composition of the drug RemMax-KB includes the following active substances: magnesium carbonate, calcium carbonate.

Excipients:

• E1414
• E420.
• Talc.
• Light mineral oil.
• Magnesium stearate.
• Potato starch.
• Sodium saccharinate.
• Flavoring agent.

The drug RemMax-KV is intended to eliminate symptoms caused by an increase in gastric acidity in adults and children over 15 years old (like Maalox). Both drugs have similar contraindications.

To improve the condition, it is recommended to take RemMax-KB once a day, 1-2 tablets. In severe cases, the daily dosage can be increased to 6 tablets. The maximum course of therapy is 10 days. RemMax-KV costs 120-280 rubles.

Almox

The drug Almox is intended for the symptomatic treatment of pathological conditions that are associated with increased acidity of gastric juice.

For example:

• Reflux esophagitis.
• Hernia of the esophageal opening of the diaphragm.
• Chronic gastritis.
• Gastroduodenitis.
• Peptic ulcer of the stomach and duodenum.

Almox can be taken to prevent the development of erosive and ulcerative lesions of the gastrointestinal tract, when the patient was prescribed long-term treatment with glucocorticosteroids and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory means. The high efficiency of the drug is due to the presence of the following active components in its composition: magnesium oxide, aluminum oxide.

Additional substances:

• Ethyl alcohol 96%.
• Sorbitol liquid, non-crystallizing.
• Methyl parahydroxybenzoate.
• Hydroxyethyl cellulose.
• Lemon essential oil.
• Butyl parahydroxybenzoate.
• Sodium saccharinate.
• Purified water.

The Almox suspension differs from the Maalox drug in a wider list of contraindications, which are recommended to be familiarized with before purchasing the drug.

Contraindications
Almox	Maalox
Chronic constipation	Intolerance to maltitol
Hypersensitivity to drug components	Hypophosphatemia
Alzheimer's disease	Diabetes
Severe renal failure	Glucose-galactose malabsorption syndrome
Congenital fructose intolerance	Fructosemia
Disaccharidase deficiency	Hypersensitivity to algeldrat, magnesium hydroxide or other components of the drug
Haemorrhoids	Children's age (up to 15 years old)
Hypophosphatemia
Ulcerative colitis
Chronic diarrhea
Acute abdominal pain of unknown origin
Colostomy (ileostomy)
Lactation
Children's age (up to 10 years old)

Adults and children over 14 years old should take Almox 3-4 times a day, 5-10 ml. In severe cases, the dosage of the drug can be increased to 15 ml. For the treatment of children from 10 to 14 years old, 1⁄2 the dose for adults is used. Within 15 min. after using the drug, it is recommended not to drink liquid. The average price of the Almox suspension is 220 rubles.

The drug Maalox helps to normalize the acidity of gastric juice, but at the same time due to a slightly overpriced, many patients are looking for cheaper analogs with an identical principle actions.

Before buying the selected drug, you must not only study the instructions attached to it and make sure that there is no contraindications, but also undergo a comprehensive examination of the body so that the gastroenterologist can determine the cause of excessive synthesis of hydrochloric acid. Only in this case, the treatment will be effective and safe, and will also help to avoid the formation of erosions and ulcers on the mucous membrane of the digestive tract.

Video about Maalox analogues

Almagel and Maalox for the treatment of the stomach: