Dicarbocalm® Antacid, 30 chewable tablets, Sanofi

Dicarbocalm® Antacid, 30 chewable tablets

Dicarbocalm is an antacid medicine used for the symptomatic treatment of esogastro-duodenal conditions associated with hyperacidity.

The active substances are calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate and magnesium trisilicate, which help neutralize stomach acid.

Important! This medicine is for adults only and should be used with caution in people with kidney or heart disease.

Forms of release

Dicarbocalm is available as chewable tablets. Each tablet contains 489 mg of calcium carbonate, 11 mg of magnesium carbonate and 6 mg of magnesium trisilicate. The package contains 30 chewable tablets.

ingredients

Active substances: calcium carbonate 489 mg, magnesium carbonate 11 mg, magnesium trisilicate 6 mg.

Other components: magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium, povidone K 30, sugar, talc, peppermint oil.

BENEFITS

Dicarbocalm provides rapid relief in case of:

Gastric burns;

Acid indigestion;

Gastric discomfort associated with hyperacidity.

Dicarbocalm is effective for neutralizing gastric acid and relieving pain caused by hyperacidity, providing rapid digestive comfort.

Indications for use

Dicarbocalm is used for the symptomatic treatment of heartburn and other painful manifestations of esogastro-duodenal conditions that develop with hyperacidity.

Dosage regimen

The usual recommended dose for adults is 3-4 chewable tablets per day, administered orally. The tablets can be crushed or left to dissolve in the oral cavity, preferably after a meal or during the painful phase.

Important! Do not exceed the recommended dose without consulting a doctor.

Contraindications

Dicarbocalm is not recommended in the following cases:

Allergy to any of the components of the drug;
Severe renal failure;
Hypercalcemia or excessive excretion of calcium in the urine;
Kidney stones;
Sarcoidosis;
Concomitant administration with digitalis drugs.

Particularities of use

Dicarbocalm may interact with other medications (eg, digitalis, iron, tetracyclines). It is recommended to take this medicine at least 2 hours apart from other medicines.

Pregnant and lactating women should consult their doctor before use.

Side effects

Dicarbocalm can cause the following side effects:

Hypercalcemia;
Diarrhea;
Abdominal pains.
If serious side effects occur, discontinue use and consult a physician.
Interactions with other drugs and foods

Dicarbocalm may interact with medications such as tetracycline, phenytoin, iron, and vitamin D. Consult your doctor before using this medication with other treatments.

overdose

Dicarbocalm overdose can cause hypercalcemia, diarrhea, nausea, and muscle weakness. In case of overdose, stop taking and seek medical help.

Storage conditions

Keep Dicarbocalm in a dry place, at temperatures below 25°C, out of the reach of children.