Gaviscon Dosage & Drug Information

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Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Per 10 mL Ca carbonate 160 mg, Na bicarbonate 267 mg, Na alginate 500 mg

Indications/Uses

Relief from pain & discomfort of heartburn & acid indigestion.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult & childn >12 yr 10-20 mL up to qds.

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Administration

Should be taken with food: Take after meals & at bedtime.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity.

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Special Precautions

Patients treated w/ hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis, recurrent Ca-containing renal calculi. Na restricted diet. May cause allergic reactions due to methyl & propyl parahydroxybenzoate. Not to be given in childn <12 yr.

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Adverse Reactions

Bloated feeling.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02A - ANTACIDS ; Used in the treatment of acid-related disorders.

Regulatory Classification

Presentation/Packing

Form

Gaviscon oral liqd

Packing/Price

10 mL x 24 × 1's;10 mL x 5 × 1's;200 mL x 1's;300 mL x 1's

Gaviscon

Manufacturer:

RB (Health)

Distributor:

Zuellig Pharma