RON-AID

Drug Name: RON-AID

RON-AID DESCRIPTION:
MAGALDRATE - ORAL (MAG-al-drate)

COMMON RON-AID BRAND NAME(S):
Riopan

RON-AID SIDE EFFECTS:
RON-AID is generally well tolerated. Loss of appetite, diarrhea or constipation may occur. Notify your doctor if you develop: vomiting of coffee ground- like material, dark urine, tar-like stools. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

HOW TO USE RON-AID:
RON-AID: Take RON-AID as directed usually between meals and at bedtime. Do not take more of this than prescribed. Too much antacid can actually increase the amount of acid the stomach produces. The liquid form should be shaken well before pouring each dose. Chewable tablets are to be chewed thoroughly before swallowing. Follow with a glass of water. Non-chewable tablets should be swallowed whole followed with a glass of water.

RON-AID USES:
Magaldrate is an antacid. It neutralizes and reduces stomach acid relieving heartburn and indigestion. It is used to treat an upset stomach, ulcers, hiatal hernia and other digestive disorders.

RON-AID PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor if you have: stomach disorders, kidney disease, allergies. RON-AID should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Consult your doctor before using any medication while breast-feeding.

RON-AID DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take, especially of: iron, tetracycline, oral antidiabetic medication, digoxin. Avoid taking any medication within 1 to 2 hours of taking an antacid. The antacid may interfere with the absorption of the medication. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

RON-AID OVERDOSE:
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

RON-AID NOTES:
RON-AID is available in various forms: suspension, chewable tablets or swallow tablets. Ask your doctor or pharmacist to help select the best product for you.

MISSED RON-AID DOSE:
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as remembered; do not take it if it is near the time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

RON-AID STORAGE:
Store tablets and capsules at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light. The liquid form of RON-AID may be stored in the refrigerator to improve taste.