Gaviscon 10 ml 24 sachets

Tradename

Gaviscon

Composition

Each sachet contains:

sodium alginate 500 mg

sodium bicarbonate 267 mg

calcium carbonate 160 mg

excipients: carbomer; methyl parahydroxybenzoate; propyl parahydroxybenzoate; sodium hydroxide; sodium saccharinate; mint flavor; purified water).

Properties

This drug is a combination of alginate and antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate). When taken orally, the drug quickly reacts with the acidic contents of the stomach. This forms an alginate gel with an almost neutral pH. The gel forms a protective membrane on the surface of the stomach contents and acts for up to 4 hours, effectivel preventing the occurrence of gastroesopha reflux.

In the case of regurgitation, the gel enters the esophagus, where it reduces irritation of the mucous membrane. Calcium carbonate quickly neutralizes the gastric acid hydrochloric acid, relieving heartburn. This effect is enhanced by the presence of sodium bicarbonate in the preparation, which also has a neutralizing effect.

Indications

Symptomatic treatment of diseases associated with indigestion, increased acidity of gastric juice and gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn, sour belching), a feeling of heaviness in the stomach, discomfort after eating.

Method of administration and dosage:

Inside. Adults and children over 12 years old 1-2 sachets 10 ml after meals and before bedtime (up to 4 times a day).

contraindications

hypersensitivity to any component of the drug;

children under 12 years old.

With care: severe renal dysfunction; hypophosphatemia; hypercalcemia; nephrocalcinosis.

Side effects

In rare cases (<I/IOOOO), allergic reactions are possible (urticaria, bronchospasm,

naphylactic reactions). Taking a large amount more than recommended doses) of calcium arbonate can cause alkalosis, hypercalcemia, actic-alkaline syndrome, the phenomenon of rebound», constipation.

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