Gaviscon Double Action Sour Syrup - 300 ml:
How to make Gaviscon Double Action :
- Antacids work by neutralizing stomach acidity.
- Through a unique mechanism by creating a barrier over the stomach contents, which reduces the reflux of stomach contents.
Uses of Gaviscon Double Action:
- Gastroesophageal (acid) reflux, symptoms of which include: a bitter taste in the throat, a persistent dry cough, pain when lying down, and difficulty swallowing.
- Heartburn, which is a burning sensation in your chest or throat caused by acid reflux.
- Indigestion, which is pain in your upper intestine that can feel like gas or bloating.
- Gastric or duodenal ulcer, which is an ulcer that affects the lining of the stomach, small intestine, or esophagus.
How to use:
- Shake well before use to ensure the product is mixed properly.
- Adults and children over 12 years: 10-20 ml after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
- Doses may be changed in special circumstances, so always follow your doctor or pharmacist's instructions.
- If you take more than you should, talk to your doctor or go to hospital straight away.
- If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.
- Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.
Warnings and precautions:
Do not take the medicine if:
- You are allergic to any of the ingredients of the medicine.
- You have severe stomach problems.
- You have a problem with sugar as the medicine may contain sugars.
Use with caution if:
- You have heart, kidney or liver problems.
- You have diabetes.
- You need a laxative dose every day, or you have persistent abdominal pain, or if symptoms persist.
- You are elderly, or feel very weak.
- You are on a low-sodium diet.
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding.
side effects:
- Diarrhea or constipation.
- swelling.
- Stomach cramps.
- Feeling nauseous or vomiting.
- Fatigue or weakness.
Gaviscon and other medicines:
It may interact with the following drugs and products:
- Anticoagulants (eg, warfarin) because the risk of their side effects may be increased.
- Azole antifungals (eg, ketoconazole).
- Bisphosphonates (eg, alendronate).
- Resin (eg, sodium polystyrene sulfonate).
- Cephalosporins (eg, cephalexin).
- Mycophenolate.
- Penicillamine.
- Quinolone antibiotics (eg, ciprofloxacin).
- Tetracyclines (eg, doxycycline).
the components:
- Sodium alginate and sodium bicarbonate.