Gaviscon Menthe Sans Sucre 500 mg / 267 mg per 10 ml sachet

Indication

Symptomatic treatment of gastro-oesophageal reflux, presenting as heartburn (pyrosis), acid regurgitation and stomach acidity.

Ingredients

• Sodium alginate 500 mg
• Sodium bicarbonate 267 mg

Direction

Oral use. Adults, including the elderly, and children over 12 years: 1 sachet 3 times a day after the three main meals and, if needed, at bedtime. The dose may be doubled in severe reflux or oesophageal inflammation. Knead the sachet well before opening. If symptoms do not improve after 7 days, consult a doctor.

Side effects

• Possible constipation
• Allergic reactions such as hives or breathing difficulty (rare)
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist if side effects occur or symptoms persist.

Precautions

• Do not use if allergic to any of the ingredients
• High sodium content (about 145 mg per sachet)
• consult a doctor if on a low
• salt diet
• especially with heart failure
• Contains parabens (E218
• E216) which may cause allergic reactions
• May be less effective in people with low stomach acidity
• Antacids can reduce the effect of other medicines
• take other medicines 2 hours apart
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• see a doctor if symptoms persist after 7 days.