Hydrotalcite Benefits & Uses

Hydrotalcite is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Other Benefits

Indigestion (Read More - Home Remedies for Indigestion)
Heartburn
Gastritis

Hydrotalcite Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Hydrotalcite Related Warnings

Is the use of Hydrotalcite safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Hydrotalcite. It is best to stop taking Hydrotalcite immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Hydrotalcite safe during breastfeeding?

Hydrotalcite is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Hydrotalcite on the Kidneys?

Hydrotalcite rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Hydrotalcite on the Liver?

Hydrotalcite may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Hydrotalcite on the Heart?

Using Hydrotalcite does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Hydrotalcite with Other Drugs

Hydrotalcite should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Tetracycline

Hydrotalcite Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Hydrotalcite unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Hydrotalcite

Is this Hydrotalcite habit forming or addictive?

Hydrotalcite is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Hydrotalcite will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Hydrotalcite only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Hydrotalcite cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Hydrotalcite Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Hydrotalcite

Some foods when eaten with Hydrotalcite can alter the onset of actions. Discuss this with your doctor.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Hydrotalcite

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Hydrotalcite with alcohol will be.

Unknown