I had Mylanta that was expired. Will it cause any problem?

Question

Hello doctor,

I had indigestion, so I took some Mylanta. I did not check the expiration date and had a teaspoon of it. Then I noticed that it got expired some years ago. Will I be fine? Or what should I do?

Answer 1

Hi,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

First of all Mylanta (combination of Magnesium hydroxide, Aluminium hydroxide and Simethicone) is not prescribed for indigestion. It is for hyperacidity and burning sensation in your esophagus and stomach.

It will not affect you. Do not worry. It will not harm you, but will not relieve you as well.

Please tell me what exactly do you feel? So that I can help you better.

Revert back with the information to a pharmacologist online.