Gaviscon Advance provides fast, soothing and long lasting relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn and acid indigestion, which for example, can occur after meals or during pregnancy. The product belongs to a group of medicines called 'reflux suppressants', which form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents to prevent acid escaping from the stomach where it works into the food pipe where it hurts. This product is sugar free and gluten free.

You can take Gaviscon Advance if you are pregnant or breast feeding. As with all medicines, the treatment duration should be limited as much as possible. Dosage: Shake well before use. Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: 5-10ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, or as directed. Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice. Before taking this product: Each 10 ml dose contains 4.6 mmol of sodium, 2.0mmol of potassium and 2.0 mmol of calcium.

It also contains Calcium Carbonate, Carbomer, Methyl (E218) And Propyl (E216) Hydroxybenzoate, Sodium Saccharin, Sodium Hydroxide, Aniseed Flavour Derived From Fennel And Purified Water.

What is this product? Each 10ml dose of oral suspension contains sodium alginate Ph Eur 1000mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate Ph Eur 200mg as the active ingredients.

If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in any of these please consult your doctor before taking this product. This product contains methyl and propyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause allergic reaction (possibly delayed). This treatment may be less effective if you have decreased amount of gastric acid produced in your stomach. If you forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time just carry on taking as before. Keep all medicines safely away from children. After taking this product: If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. If you take too much of this product it is unlikely to cause you any harm. However, you may feel bloated. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if fits does not go away. Do not take if your know you are allergic to any of ingredients as skin rashes and difficulty in breathing have been reported. Consult your doctor if you experience these or any other side-effects. Do not refrigerate. Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Do not use this product after the expiry date (ESP: month/year).

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