Gaviscon Heartburn and Indigestion Relief Peppermint Flavour Tablets, Pack Of 48

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Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines including medicines obtained without prescription. Pregnancy and breast-feeding: It all starts with sodium alginate. Refined from brown seaweed which is sustainably harvested, this effective formulation acts as a protective barrier against discomfort and provides fast relief. Children under 12 years: Should only be given on medical advice. If you take more Gaviscon Peppermint Tablets than you should Gaviscon Peppermint Tablets are used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion (related to reflux), for example,following meals or during pregnancy, and in patients with symptoms related to oesophagitis.

You'll usually take Gaviscon tablets and liquid up to 4 times a day. It's best to take it after meals and at bedtime. This is usually when the pain and discomfort is at its worst. But if your doctor has prescribed Gaviscon, take it when they tell you to. This medicine contains 7.5 mg aspartame in each tablet. Aspartame is hydrolysed in the gastrointestinal tract when orally ingested. One of the major hydrolysis products is phenylalanine. Due to its aspartame content this medicinal product should not be given to patients with phenylketonuria.Why change what’s worked for over 45 years? You can enjoy relief from heartburn today with help from Gaviscon’s formulation. Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect theenvironment. Please also talk to your doctor regarding these salt contents if you suffer or have suffered from significant kidney or heart disease, as certain salts could interfere with these diseases. This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to take this medicine carefully to get the best results from it.

If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in either of these salts please consult yourdoctor before taking this product. Do not take GAVISCON PEPPERMINT TABLETS If you are hypersensitive (allergic) to any of the ingredients. Potassium: This medicine contains potassium 1.01 mmol (39.43 mg) per tablet. To be taken into consideration by patients with reduced kidney function or patients on a controlled potassium diet. Each tablet contains Sodium Alginate 250mg, Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate 133.5mg and Calcium Carbonate 80 mg, Contains Aspartame, See leaflet for further information WarningsThe Gaviscon formulation does not enter the bloodstream. It’s a safe and effective product that’s free from gluten - with Gaviscon Original Liquid containing no sugar at all. They work in 2 ways: a combination of two antacids to neutralise excess stomach acid, and an alginate which forms a protective layer that floats on top of the stomach contents, keeping it away from the lining of the food pipe.

The Gaviscon formulation does not enter the bloodstream. It’s an effective product that’s free from gluten - with Gaviscon Original Liquid containing no sugar at all. Sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate act as antacids, countering the problematic acid in the process. The protective barrier lasts for up to 4 hours. Some medicines must not be taken at the same time as Gaviscon. This is because the medicines can affect how the other medicine works. Important information about some of the ingredients of Gaviscon Peppermint Tablets If you have phenylketonuria, note that the product is sweetened with aspartame, a source ofphenylalanine. 3. HOW TO TAKE GAVISCON PEPPERMINT TABLETS doses for that day at evenly spaced intervals. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten doses.If you are taking other medicines on a regular basis, including complementary or traditional medicines, using GAVISCON PEPPERMINT TABLETS together with them may cause undesirable interactions. Please consult your doctor, pharmacist or other healthcare professional for advice. If you've been taking Gaviscon for more than 7 days and you're still feeling uncomfortable or in pain, talk to your doctor. What if I forget to take it? If you usually take Gaviscon regularly but forget to take a dose, do not double your dose the next time. Just leave out the missed dose and take your next dose as normal. The maximum daily dose of this product is equivalent to 50.6 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium. This is based on a two-tablet dose taken four times per day.