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Gaviscon
Double Action 12 Liquid Sachets
Gaviscon Double Action 12 Liquid Sachets brings double relief from heartburn and acid indigestion. It works by neutralising stomach acid and forming a barrier over stomach contents to quickly soothe the burning.
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Description:
Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid 12 Sachets 120 ml
Detailed Description:
Indications:
Gaviscon® plus liquid is indicated for the following conditions: gastric reflux, reflux oesophagitis and heartburn.
Each 10 ml of Gaviscon® plus liquid contains: sodium alginate 500 mg, sodium bicarbonate 213 mg, calcium carbonate 325 mg and saccharin.
Preservatives: methylhydroxybenzoate 0.4% m/v, propylhydroxybenzoate 0.06% m/v. Refer to package insert enclosed for further information.
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Customer care line 0861 11 11 00.
Scheduling status: S0.
Proprietary name and dosage form:
Gaviscon double action liquid (suspension).
Composition:
Each 10 ml of Gaviscon double action liquid contains sodium alginate 500 mg, sodium bicarbonate 213 mg, calcium carbonate 325 mg and saccharin.
Preservatives:
Methylhydroxybenzoate - 0.4% m/v.
Propylhydroxybenzoate - 0.06% m/v.
Pharmacological classification:
A 11.10 Medicines acting on gastro-intestinal tract. Special combinations.
Pharmacological action:
Sodium alginate reacts with saliva and gastric acid to produce a viscous gel, which floats on the stomach contents suppressing gastric reflux. In cases of severe reflux, the gel itself may be refluxed into the oesophagus where it helps protect the mucosa. Calcium carbonate and sodium carbonate have gastric acid neutralising effect.
Indications:
Gaviscon double action liquid is indicated for the following conditions: gastric reflux, reflux oesophagitis and heartburn.
Identification:
Gaviscon double action liquid:
A viscous, opaque, off-white to cream suspension with a flavour of peppermint.
Presentation:
Bottles:
Amber glass bottles containing 150 ml and 300 ml with a white injection moulded polypropylene (28 mm or 36 mm) caps with red polyethylene tamperproof bands lined with an expanded polyethylene wad.
Sachets:
10 ml Laminate sachets composed of 12 µm polyester aluminium foil, 18 µm gsm polyethylene, 12 µm polyester film, 50 gsm polyethylene. The aluminium foil sachets are packed in multiples of 2, 10 or 12 sachets per carton. Each sachet is embossed with a product barcode next to the product name.
Pack size:
120 ml
Quantity in pack:
12
Marketing description:
12 x 10 ml.
S0
Gaviscon®.
Plus.
Liquid sachets.
Peppermint flavour.
Heartburn & indigestion.
Soothes and protects.
Neutralises acid.
Suppresses gastric reflux.
Brand:
Gaviscon
Package type:
Box
How to use
Usage instructions:
3 easy steps:
Tear.
Squeeze.
Take.
Dosage and directions for use:
Shake well before use.
Adults and children over 12 years: 10 - 20 ml after meals and at bedtime.
Children under 12 years: not recommended, except on medical advice.
Elderly: no dosage modifications necessary in this group.
If symptoms do not improve after seven days, the clinical situation should be reviewed.
Storage instructions:
Store below 25 degrees C. Do not refrigerate.
Warnings:
Keep out of the reach of children.
Contra-indications:
Hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Each 10 ml dose of Gaviscon double action liquid contains 127.25 mg (5.53 mmol) of sodium. As congestive cardiac failure may result from excessive sodium absorption, Gaviscon double action liquid should be administered with caution to patients on a highly restricted salt diet.
Each 10 ml dose of Gaviscon double action liquid contains 130 mg (3.25 mmol) of calcium. Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent calcium containing renal calculi.
Interactions:
Large doses of Gaviscon double action liquid may affect the rate and/or the extent of absorption of other oral medicines. Interactions can be avoided by giving Gaviscon double action liquid and any other medicines 2 to 3 hours apart.
Thiazide diuretics and vitamin D - hypercalcaemia has occurred when calcium salts are given with thiazide diuretics or vitamin D.
Pregnancy and lactation:
Problems with taking Gaviscon double action liquid during pregnancy and lactation have not been documented.
Side-effects and special precautions:
Side effects:
Uncommon:
Gastrointestinal disorders: stomach cramps, flatulence, constipation very rare (<1/10 000).
Hypersensitivity: urticaria, bronchospasm.
Respiratory disorders: bronchospasm.
Musculo-skeletal disorders: abdominal distension and abdominal cramps.
Gastro intestinal disorders: nausea, vomiting and diarrhoea.
Special precautions:
Sodium bicarbonate should be administered with caution in patients with congestive heart failure, renal impairment, cirrhosis of the liver, hypertension, patients receiving corticosteroids, patients with metabolic or respiratory alkalosis, hypocalcaemia, hypochlorhydia or patients on a salt restricted diet.
High doses or prolonged use of calcium carbonate may lead to gastric hypersecretion and acid rebound. Hypercalcaemia/alkalosis can occur, especially in patients with renal function impairment or after high doses of calcium carbonate. There have been rare reports of the milk-alkali syndrome associated with calcium carbonate.
If symptoms do not improve after seven days, the clinical situation should be reviewed.
Known symptoms of overdosage and particulars of its treatment:
Very large doses may produce a feeling of abdominal distension. Treatment of overdosage is symptomatic and supportive.