Gaviscon forte, mint suspension, 150ml

Composition

10 ml of suspension contains: active ingredients: sodium alginate 1000 mg, potassium bicarbonate 200 mg, excipients: calcium carbonate 200 mg, carbomer 40 mg, methyl parahydroxybenzoate 40 mg, propyl parahydroxybenzoate 6 mg, sodium hydroxide 14.44 mg, sodium saccharinate 10 mg, mint flavor 6 mg, purified water up to 10 ml

Pharmacological action

Gaviscon is an antacid.

Pharmacodynamics

When taken orally, Gaviscon reacts quickly with acidic stomach contents. In this case, an alginate gel is formed, which prevents the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux. During regurgitation, the gel is more likely than the contents of the stomach to enter the esophagus, where it reduces irritation of the mucous membrane.

Pharmacokinetics

The mechanism of action of the drug Gaviscon does not depend on absorption into the systemic circulation.

Indications

Symptomatic treatment of dyspepsia associated with increased acidity of gastric juice and gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn, acid belching) ; feeling of heaviness in the stomach after eating, including during pregnancy.

Use during pregnancy and lactation

Gaviscon can be used during pregnancy and lactation.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug; children under 6 years of age.

Side effects

Possible allergic reactions.

How to take, course of use and dosage

Inside, after meals and before going to bed.

Adults and children over 12 years of age — 10-20 ml each. The maximum daily dose is 80 ml.

Children 6-12 years — 5-10 ml. The maximum daily dose is 40 ml.

For older patients, no dose adjustment is required.

Overdose

Symptoms:  bloating may occur.

Treatment:  symptomatic therapy.

Special instructions

In 10 ml of suspension, the sodium content is 141 mg (6.2 mmol). This should be taken into account if a diet with a limited salt content is necessary, for example in some cases of congestive heart failure and kidney function disorders.

If there is no improvement in symptoms within 7 days, you should consult your doctor.

Form of production

Suspension for oral use.

Storage conditions

Store at a temperature of 15-30 °C. Keep out of reach of children.

Shelf life

2 years

Active ingredient

Sodium Alginate, Sodium Bicarbonate, Calcium Carbonate

Dosage form

suspension for oral use

Description

For pregnant women, Nursing mothers, Children over 12 years old, Adults

Indications

for Reflux esophagitis, Gastritis, Heartburn, Gastric ulcer and duodenal ulcer