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Sodium alginate 500mg
Calcium carbonate 160mg
Sodium bicarbonate 267mg
Article about Heartburn & Indigestion
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Gaviscon Original Peppermint is an off-white liquid suspension. It belongs to a group of medicines called “reflux suppressants”, which form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents to prevent stomach acid escaping from the stomach where it works into the food pipe causing pain and discomfort.
Sodium alginate is extracted from the cell walls of seaweed. It helps the stomach block rising acid, the root cause of the discomfort heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well.
FAQ 1: What is alginate?
Alginate is a component extracted from brown seaweed. Sodium alginate extracted from the cell walls of seaweed; helps the stomach block rising acid, the root cause of the discomfort heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well.
FAQ 2: What is an antacid?
A type of medicine that is alkaline in nature and works by neutralising excess acid.
FAQ 3: Is Gaviscon suitable for use during pregnancy?
Many products in the Gaviscon range are highly effective and suitable to use during pregnancy and whilst breastfeeding. This is because they act physically rather than entering the bloodstream.
Medicines can affect the unborn baby. Always talk to your doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine in pregnancy.
FAQ 4: Is Gaviscon suitable for children?
Gaviscon Peppermint is suitable for children over the age of 12. Children under 12 years, should be given only on medical advice.
FAQ 5: Can you suffer from both heartburn and indigestion?
Yes, you can suffer from both conditions. In fact 73% of people suffer from heartburn and indigestion interchangeably.
FAQ 6: What is Gastro-oesophageal reflux?
Movement of stomach acid back up into the oesophagus.
FAQ 7: What is Gastro-oesophageal reflux disease (GORD)?
It is a condition caused by gastro-oesophageal reflux (also known as GERD - utilising the American spelling 'esophagus'). Symptoms include those of heartburn and regurgitation. It is often associated with weakening of the muscle which controls entry of food into the stomach.
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Reflux and upset stomach
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Lasts up to 4 hours