Approved Hospital Formulary
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Maalox

Al hydroxide/Mg hydroxide/simethicone
Brand names: Alumina/Magnesia/Simethicone, Maalox, Mi-Acid
Form Strength
SUSPENSION, ORAL 200 mg-200 mg-20 mg/5 mL; 400 mg-400 mg-40 mg/5 mL


Additional Information:
Top 100 Hospital Administered Drug
Drug Name Common Side Effects
Al hydroxide/Mg hydroxide/simethicone
  • constipation
  • nausea, vomiting
  • accumulation with kidney disease (avoid prolonged use)

For "GI Cocktail", the Legacy approved mixture is viscous lidocaine and Maalox ES in 1:1 proportions. (can be found in order set GI Bleed, #1718)

For "Magic Mouthwash", the Legacy approved mixture is Maalox ES, viscous lidocaine, and diphenhydramine in 1:1:1 ratio


Last updated: Oct. 10, 2017







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