I hope you will have no need for these but if, like me, you suffer from gastric reflux they are the best product around. If on the other hand its just normal heartburn regular Gaviscon will do the job fine. The maximum recommended daily dose of this medicinal product contains 425.76 mg sodium (found in table salt). This is equivalent to 21.28 % of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium. Gaviscon Products brings fast, soothing and long lasting relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn, acid indigestion and sour stomach. Gaviscon contains alginic acid and sodium bicarbonate and the combination of the alginic acid and bicarbonate will create a a foam barrier which floats on the stomach acid. This barrier helps reduce the number of reflux episodes and provides longer lasting action against heartburn than ordinary antacids. How does it work?

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Gaviscon Advance Tablets should not be given to children under the age of 12, unless advised to do so by your doctor. Do not take these tablets if you’re allergic to sodium alginate, potassium bicarbonate, or any of the other listed ingredients. These tablets contain sodium (salt), potassium, and calcium, so be sure to speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this product if you are on a low sodium, potassium, or calcium diet. This product contains aspartame, which is a source of phenylalanine, keep this in mind if you suffer with phenylketonuria. Ingredients If you have any concerns or queries regarding any side effects this medicine has caused or could cause you can call your GP or our pharmacist.

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 forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before. The sodium content of a two-tablet dose is 103 mg (4.5 mmol) and a potassium content of 78 mg (2.0 mmol). This should be taken into account when a highly restricted salt diet is recommended, e.g. in some cases of congestive cardiac failure and renal impairment or when taking drugs which can increase plasma potassium levels. Gaviscon Advance works in two ways: an antacid 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. 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. Gaviscon Advance Chewable Tablets Peppermint Flavour is an extra strength formula that works instantly to bring soothing relief from the pain of heartburn, indigestion, and reflux cough. These tablets are suitable to take during pregnancy

We know how disruptive heartburn and acid reflux can be, which is why Advance is designed for long-lasting relief - so that you can get on with enjoying everyday life.Pharmacotherapeutic classification: A02BX 13. Other drugs for peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux disease. The active ingredients 250mg Sodium Alginate, 133.5mg Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate & 80mg Calcium Carbonate.

Reflux suppressants like Gaviscon contain alginic acid which is made from seaweed. Alginic acid makes a protective foam layer that floats on top of the contents of your stomach. This stops stomach acid escaping into your food pipe. Gaviscon Advance Mint Chewable Tablets help give reliefof symptoms resulting from the reflux of acid, bile and pepsin into the oesophagus. Acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion occursdue to the reflux of stomach contents in the oesophagus.Making a few changes to your diet and lifestyle may help if you have problems caused by too much stomach acid. This medicine contains sodium, potassium and calcium. If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in either of these salts please consult your doctor before using this product. Active Ingredients: Each chewable tablet contains 500 mg sodium alginate and 100 mg potassium bicarbonate as the active ingredients.