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Gaviscon Original
Original
- For the relief of heartburn and acid indigestion due to gastric reflux
- Relieves in just 3 minutes
- Long lasting relief up to 4 hours
- Lasts up to 2x longer than antacids.
- Suitable for use in pregnancy.
Symptoms treated:
- Burning in chest
- Stomach pain
- Bloating
- Difficulties swallowing
- Fluid in the back of the throat
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Product code:
5000158065574
Dosage and Warnings
- For oral administration. Shake well before use.
Adults, including the elderly and children over 12 years: Take 10-20ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime. Children 6-12 years: take 5-10ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime. If you forget a dose, it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before. If symptoms persist after 7 days, consult your doctor.
- Always read the label.
Active Ingredients
Sodium alginate 500mg
Calcium carbonate 160mg
Sodium bicarbonate 267mg
Article about Heartburn & Indigestion
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How Gaviscon Original works
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.
A sodium alginate solution
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.
FAQs
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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