Alginic Acid
Also known as: Polymannuronic acid
Alginic Acid is a hydrophilic colloidal carbohydrate extracted with dilute alkali from species of brown seaweed of the class Phaeophyceae. Alginic Acid is used as a pharmaceutical aid such as tablet binder and emulsifying agent.
Primary Characteristics
Alginic Acid is also known as Polymannuronic acid.
It is of Natural origin and belongs to Polyuronic acid.
It belongs to Physical Barrier (GI) pharmacological group on the basis of mechanism of action.
Molecular Weight: 240000 · Solubility in Water: almost insoluble · Solubility in Alcohol: almost insoluble · Non-proprietary name: Alginic Acid.
Pharmacokinetics
Elimination: plasma half-life is 2-3.5.
Advertisement
Indications
Alginic Acid is primarily indicated in conditions like Dyspepsia, Epigastric distress, Heart burn, Retrosternal distress.
Contraindications
None recorded.
Dosage
Alginic Acid's dosage details are as follows:
| Dose | Single Dose | Frequency | Route | Instructions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Dosage | ||||
| 750 mg | 750 mg | Every 8h | PO | Three times daily and at bed time. |
| Paediatric Dosage (20kg) | ||||
| 250 – 500 mg | — | — | Oral | |
| Neonatal Dosage (3kg) | ||||
| No data. | ||||
Drug Interactions
Always consult your physician for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required.
Side Effects
Alginic Acid in overdosage may give rise to further complications which include Cardiac failure .
Alginic Acid is known to cause more or less tolerable side effects which are usually transient. These include Gastric bloating .
Warnings / Precautions
Available Brands
None recorded.
Storage Conditions
Drug Classification
- 1.17.6 — Laxatives