Alginic Acid Benefits & Uses

Alginic Acid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Heartburn
Hernia
GERD
Stomach Gas
Acidity (Read More - Home remedies for acidity)

Alginic Acid 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
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Heartburn Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 10 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Heartburn Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 4 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Heartburn Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 20 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Heartburn Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 15 ml Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Alginic Acid Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Alginic Acid is used -

Alginic Acid Related Warnings

Is the use of Alginic Acid safe for pregnant women?

Alginic Acid can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Alginic Acid right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Alginic Acid safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Alginic Acid. If you see any side effects, stop taking Alginic Acid immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Alginic Acid again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alginic Acid on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Alginic Acid on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Alginic Acid on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Alginic Acid. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Alginic Acid on the Heart?

There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Alginic Acid. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Alginic Acid with Other Drugs

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

Alginic Acid Contraindications

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

Heart Failure
Kidney Disease
Allergy
Heart Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Alginic Acid

Is this Alginic Acid habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Alginic Acid is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Alginic Acid since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Alginic Acid does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Alginic Acid in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Alginic Acid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alginic Acid

There is no information on the effects of taking Alginic Acid with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Alginic Acid

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Alginic Acid with alcohol.

Unknown