Gaviscon Double Action Aniseed Oral Suspension 500ml

Key Features

  • Sodium alginate
  • Sodium bicarbonate
  • Calcium carbonate
  • Heartburn & indigestion
  • Fast effective relief
  • Lasts up to 4 hours

  • Product Details

    Gaviscon Double Action Aniseed is a combination of two antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate and works in two ways:
    l) Neutralising excess stomach acid to relieve the pain and discomfort.
    2) Forming a protective barrier over the stomach contents to soothe the burning pain in your chest
    Gaviscon Double Action Aniseed is used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion, which may occur, for example, following meals or during pregnancy and for symptoms of excess stomach acidity (hyperacidity).

  • How To Use

    Dosage: For oral use. Shake well before use. Adults and children 12 years and over: take 10-20ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
    Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.

  • Safety Information

    KEEP OUT OF SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN.
    Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle.

    If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. Contains sodium, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates.

    Possible side effects: Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients treated) an allergic reaction to the ingredients may occur. Symptoms of this may include skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing, dizziness, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. If you experience these or any other side-effects stop taking the product and consult your doctor immediately. Other side effects of unknown frequency may include constipation, irritability, muscle twitching or muscle cramps, indigestion that comes back when you stop taking the tablets and
    high levels of calcium in the blood.

    Reporting of side effects: If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store.
    By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

  • Ingredients

    • Each 10ml of oral suspension contains 500mg sodium alginate, 213mg sodium bicarbonate and 325mg calcium carbonate

  • Patient Information Leaflet

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