Gaviscon Liquid Heartburn & Indigestion Relief Peppermint Flavour, 600ml

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Each 10 ml contains 200 mg (2.0 mmol) of calcium carbonate. Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent calcium containing renal calculi. Avoid excess intake of oily, spicy, and salty foods and carbonated drinks. Eat small, frequent meals and opt for a low-carbohydrate and high fiber diet. Say no to alcohol and limit intake of coffee as well. Avoid eating late at night and always chew your food properly. Antacids are further divided into different categories based on the ingredients they contain which include sodium bicarbonate, magnesium hydroxide, aluminum hydroxide, calcium carbonate, and alginate variants It's safe to take paracetamol at the same time as Gaviscon. But do not take other painkillers, like ibuprofen or aspirin, with Gaviscon without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. These can make your symptoms worse. Mixing Gaviscon with herbal remedies and supplements The maximum daily dose of this product is equivalent to 23.14 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium.

The maximum total daily intake (80mL) for adults contains 1128mg of sodium (take into account if on a low sodium diet) In short? You get fast relief from those unpleasant sensations that both heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well. Mix Gaviscon powder (for babies and children under 2) with cool, boiled water or formula milk. DosagePotassium: This medicine contains 1.0 mmol (39.06 mg) Potassium per 5 ml. To be taken into consideration by patients with reduced kidney function or patients on a controlled potassium diet. In short? You can get fast relief from those unpleasant sensations that both heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well. 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. Authority to prescribe an Authority medicine is granted for specific indications and/or for certain patient circumstances. Authority may be obtained by telephone to Medicare Australia (known as "phone approval") or in writing from an authorised delegate of the Minister for Health. 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.

Do not exercise or sleep immediately after meals. Keep a tab on your weight and drink loads of water. Try home remedies such as ginger, cold milk, mint, etc to get rid of acidity. Opt over the counter (OTC) antacids to fight acid reflux.

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This product is considered high in sodium. This should be particularly taken into account for those on a low salt diet (e.g. in some cases of congestive heart failure and renal impairment). It is an antacid that is known to provide effective relief from acidity and its symptoms such as heartburn, stomach discomfort, and abdominal pain. So if you are suffering from acidity or any of the symptoms such as gas or stomach discomfort due to acidity, you can take this medicine. The Gaviscon formulation does not enter the bloodstream. It’s a safe and effective product that’s free from gluten - with Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid containing no sugar at all. The medicine doesn't cause any side-effects when taken as advised by your doctor. However, in case of overdose, it may lead to bloating. Do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks except under the advice and supervision of a doctor. Storage and safety information: