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Locid Tablet contains Aluminium Hydroxide
Locid Tablet side effects
Constipation; intestinal obstruction (with large doses); phosphate depletion may occur with prolonged admin or large doses.
Chronic renal impairment; CHF; oedema; cirrhosis and low Na diets; patients with recent Gl haemorrhage. Administer 2 hrs before/after another medication to minimise drug interactions. Pregnancy and lactation
Enhanced absorption with citrates or ascorbic acid. Decreases absorption of allopurinol, tetracyclines, quinolones, cephalosporins, biphosphonate derivatives, corticosteroids, cyclosporin, delavirdine, Fe salts, imidazole antifungals, isoniazid, mycophenolate, penicillamine, phosphate supplements, phenytoin, phenothiazines, trientine.
Pregnancy Category C. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Hypersensitivity to aluminium salts.
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