A client has been prescribed aluminum hydroxide (AlternaGEL) for the treatment of heartburn. Which information should the nurse plan to teach this client?
1. You should expect this medication to take up to two days to start taking effect.
2. Take this medication with a glass of milk.
3. You may notice constipation as an effect of this drug.
4. Take this medication at least 2 hours before or after any other medication you are taking.
5. This medication will reduce the acid your stomach produces.
Correct Answer: 3,4
Rationale 1: This medication's onset of action is within 20–40 minutes.
Rationale 2: There is no reason for the client to drink milk with this medication.
Rationale 3: Constipation may be a side effect of this antacid.
Rationale 4: Absorption may be affected if taken within 2 hours of any other drug.
Rationale 5: This medication acts to neutralize acid, not to reduce its production.
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