Tocid Suspension
Salt Composition
Magaldrate (400mg) + Dimethicone (60mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Tocid Suspension is a combination medicine used to treat acidity and indigestion, relieving symptoms such as heartburn, stomach pain, or irritation.
Dosage Form
Suspension
Introduction
Tocid Suspension is taken with food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends. If you stop treatment too early your symptoms may come back and your condition may worsen. Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect or be affected by this medicine.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Tocid Suspension is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Diarrhea Constipation Chalky taste
Alcohol Warning
Do not drink too much alcohol.
Breastfeeding Warning
Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Pregnancy Warning
Before you start taking this medicine it is important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy.
How it works
Tocid Suspension is a combination of two medicines: Magaldrate and Dimethicone. Magaldrate is an inorganic salt that neutralises the excess acid in stomach. Dimethicone is an antifoaming medicine which disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.
Quick Tips
Tocid Suspension should be used only for occasional relief from increased stomach acid. Do not take it for more than 2 weeks unless otherwise prescribed by the doctor. Inform your doctor if you show signs of appendicitis or inflamed bowel (such as lower abdominal pain, cramping, bloating, nausea, vomiting). Avoid taking Tocid Suspension at least 2 hours before or after taking other medicines as it may interact with other medicines. Incorporate lifestyle changes in order to prevent indigestion, such as making sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of water, avoiding spicy and fatty fried food, losing weight if obese, quitting smoking, and not drinking too much alcohol. Do not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
