GAVISCON

GAVISCON MENTHOL ORAL SUSPENSION

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Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension belongs to a group of medicines called "reflux suppressants", which form a protective layer over the stomach contents for up to 4 hours, preventing stomach acid from leaving the stomach, where it acts, and entering the esophagus, where it causes pain and discomfort.
This medicine is used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-esophageal reflux, such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion (reflux-related) that occur, for example, after meals or during pregnancy or in patients with symptoms associated with reflux esophagitis.

Contraindications:
Do not take Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension:
-if you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the components of Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension in sachet, as very rarely breathing difficulties and skin rashes have occurred.

Precautions:
Before taking Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Pregnancy, breastfeeding and fertility:
You can take this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Important information regarding some components of Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension in sachet.
This medicine contains methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216) which may cause allergic reactions (even delayed).

Ingredients:
- Each 10 ml of oral suspension contains sodium alginate 500 mg, sodium hydrogen carbonate 267 mg and calcium carbonate 160 mg as active substances.
- The other components are carbomer 974 P, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216), sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, mint flavour no. 4 and mint flavour no. 5 and purified water. This medicine does not contain sugar or gluten.

Method of administration:
For oral administration.
Shake well before use.
Adults, including the elderly, and children aged 12 years and over: 10-20 ml after meals and at bedtime (maximum four times a day).
Children under 12 years of age: should only be administered on medical advice.
If you take too much of this medicine, it is unlikely to cause you harm. However, you may feel bloated. Consult your doctor if this symptom does not disappear.
If you forget to take Gaviscon Menthol oral suspension
If you have forgotten to take a dose, it is not necessary to take a double dose next time, but continue to take the usual dose at the appropriate time.
If you have any further questions regarding this medicine, consult your doctor, pharmacist or nurse.