Description
protects it from being in contact with it and
Latin name
Gaviscon
Release form
Suspension for oral administration.
Packaging
Bottle 300 ml.
Pharmacological action of
Gaviscon ® enters the stomach and interacts with its contents, forming a protective barrier (raft) that prevents the occurrence of heartburn.
Gaviscon – antacid.
Pharmacodynamics
When taken orally, Gaviscon quickly reacts with the acidic contents of the stomach. In this case, an alginate gel is formed, which prevents the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux. With regurgitation, the gel is more likely than the contents of the stomach to enter the esophagus, where it reduces mucosal irritation.
Pharmacokinetics
The mechanism of action of Gaviscon is independent of absorption into the systemic circulation.
Indications
Symptomatic treatment of dyspepsia associated with increased acidity of the gastric juice and gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn, sour belching) feeling of heaviness in the stomach after eating, including during pregnancy.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the components of the drug for children under 6 years of age.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Perhaps
Special instructions
In 10 ml of suspension, the sodium content is 141 mg (6.2 mmol). This should be taken into account when it is necessary to follow a diet with a limited salt content, for example, in some cases of congestive heart failure and with impaired renal function.
If there is no improvement in symptoms within 7 days, consult a doctor.
Composition
10 ml suspension contains:
Active substances: sodium alginate 500 mg sodium calcium bicarbonate carbonate
Excipients: carbomer methyl parahydroxybenzoate propyl parahydroxybenzoate sodium saccharin peppermint oil purified sodium hydroxide water.
Dosage and administration
Inside, after meals and at bedtime.
Adults and children over 12 years of age – 10 20 ml. The maximum daily dose is 80 ml.
Children 6-12 years old – 5-10 ml. The maximum daily dose is 40 ml.
For older patients, a dose change is not required.
Side effects
Allergic reactions are possible.
Overdose
Symptoms: bloating may occur.
Treatment: symptomatic therapy.
Storage conditions
At a temperature of 15 30 ° C.
Expiration
3 Year
Deis your substance
Sodium alginate, Sodium bicarbonate, Calcium carbonate
Reckitt Benquizer, United Kingdom
