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MINTOX® Maximum Strength
MINTOX® Maximum Strength is an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid to relieve heartburn and indigestion.
MINTOX® Maximum Strength is an antacid that neutralizes stomach acid to relieve heartburn and indigestion. Used for Heartburn relief, Indigestion, Acid reflux.
At a glance
| Generic name | MINTOX® Maximum Strength |
|---|---|
| Also known as | MINTOX, magnesium/aluminum hydroxide antacid |
| Sponsor | Merck Sharp & Dohme LLC |
| Drug class | Antacid |
| Modality | Small molecule |
| Therapeutic area | Gastroenterology |
| Phase | FDA-approved |
Mechanism of action
This over-the-counter antacid contains active ingredients (typically magnesium hydroxide and/or aluminum hydroxide) that chemically neutralize excess gastric acid, raising stomach pH and providing rapid symptomatic relief of acid reflux and related gastrointestinal discomfort. The formulation is marketed as 'maximum strength' to indicate a higher concentration of active neutralizing agents compared to standard formulations.
Approved indications
- Heartburn relief
- Indigestion
- Acid reflux
Common side effects
- Constipation
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
Key clinical trials
- The Effects of Moviprep With Simethicone on Colonic Bubbles (NA)
- A Pharmacokinetic Study to Evaluate the Effect of Antacids on Raltegravir (MK-0518) in HIV-Infected Participants (MK-0518-247) (PHASE1)
- Effect of Antacids on Gleevec® in Healthy Volunteers (PHASE1)
- A Study to Evaluate the Effect of Antacid and Multivitamin and Mineral Tablet on the Study Drug GSK1349572 (PHASE1)
Primary sources
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| Source | Used for |
|---|---|
| ClinicalTrials.gov | Trial enrolment, design, endpoints, results |