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Description
Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid Relief brings fast, soothing and long lasting relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn and acid indigestion.
It can be used to treat gastric reflux (a condition in which the acid stomach contents flow upwards into the foodpipe) and flatulence caused by gastric reflux.
It belongs to a group of medicines called 'reflux suppressants'.
How to use
Please read the enclosed leaflet carefully before use.
Shake well before use.
Adults and children over 12 years: Take 10 - 20 ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.
Children 6 to 12 years: Take 5-10ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.
Children under 6 years: Not recommended
Hazards and Cautions
Before taking this medicine:
Do not take this product if:
- You know you are allergic to any of the ingredients as very rarley difficulty in breathing and skin rashes have occured.
- This medicine contains small amounts of Sodium (6.2 mmol per 10ml). If you have been advised to follow a low sodium (salt) diet ask your doctor before taking this product.
Do not take if you know you are allergic to any of the ingredients as very rarely difficulty in breathing and skin rashes have occurred. Consult your doctor if your experience these or any other side-effects.
This product is sugar free and gluten free.
You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding
Precautions
- This is a medicine; Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.
- Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.
- Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
Active ingredients
Sodium alginate 500mg, Sodium bicarbonate 267mg, Calcium carbonate 160mg
Ingredients
Active ingredients: Sodium alginate 500mg, Sodium bicarbonate 267mg, Calcium carbonate 160mg
Other ingredients: Carbomer, Methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218) and Propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), Saccharin soduium, Sodium hydroxide, Peppermint oil and Water.
