Gaviscon Double Action Mint Tablets
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Gaviscon Double Action Chewable Tablets are a combination of two antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate and work in two ways: 1) Neutralising excess stomach acid to relieve the pain and discomfort. 2) Forming a protective barrier over the stomach contents to soothe the burning pain in your chest.
Gaviscon Double Action Chewable Tablets are used for thetreatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation,heartburn and indigestion which may occur, for example, following meals orduring pregnancy, and for symptoms of excess stomach acid (hyperacidity).
Active Ingredient
250mg Sodium alginate (per tablet) 106.5mg Sodium bicarbonate (per tablet) 187.5mg Calcium carbonate (per tablet) Allergens Gluten free Sugar free Vegan Friendly. This medicine contains sodium (9.72 mmol per 4 tablet dose) and calcium (7.5 mmol per 4 tablet dose).
Dosage
- For oral use, after being thoroughly chewed.
- Adults and children 12 years and over, take two to four tablets after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
- Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.
- If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
Warnings
- This medicine contains sodium (9.72 mmol per 4 tablet dose) and calcium(7.5 mmol per 4 tablet dose). If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in either of these please consult your doctor.
- The maximum recommended daily dose of this medicinal product contains 894.26 mg sodium (found in table salt). This is equivalent to 44.71% of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
- Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you need this product on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt (sodium) diet. This medicine contains 5.6 mg aspartame in each tablet. Aspartame is a source of phenylalanine. It may be harmful if you have phenylketonuria (PKU), a rare genetic disorder in which phenylalanine builds up because the body cannot remove it properly.
- These tablets contain carmoisine lake (E122) which may cause allergic reactions. This product can mask symptoms of other more serious, underlying medical conditions. If symptoms persist, or treatment is required for more than seven days continuously, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
- You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
- Do not take this product within two hours of taking other medicines by mouth as it can interfere with the action of some other medicines. This is especially important if you are taking antihistamines, antibiotics (tetracyclines and quinolones such as norfloxacin), iron preparation, thyroid hormones, antifungals such as ketoconazole, digoxin and beta-blockers (for heart conditions), neuroleptics (for mental illness), thyroxine, chloroquine (for malaria), bisphosphonates (for osteoporosis) and estramustine (for prostate cancer).
Storage Information
- Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown.
- Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
- Do not store above 25°C. Store in the original package.
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