Gaviscon

Gaviscon is a medicine used to relieve symptoms of reflux, heartburn and poor digestion, because it is composed of sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate.

Gaviscon forms a protective layer on the walls of the stomach, preventing contact between stomach contents and the esophagus, relieving symptoms of indigestion, burning and stomach discomfort. The median time of onset of action of the drug is 15 seconds and maintains symptom relief for approximately 4 hours.

Gaviscon is produced by the Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare laboratory.

Gaviscon indications

Gaviscon is indicated for the treatment of indigestion, burning, stomach discomfort, heartburn, dyspepsia, feeling sick, nausea and vomiting in adults and children from 12 years old. It is also indicated for pregnant women and during breastfeeding.

Gaviscon Price

The price of Gaviscon varies between 1 and 15 reais, depending on the dosage and formula of the drug.

How to use Gaviscon

The use of Gaviscon varies according to the formulation and can be:

Oral suspension or sachet: Take 1 to 2 dessert spoons or 1 to 2 sachets, after 3 meals a day and before bed. Chewable tablets: 2 chewable tablets as needed, after main meals and before bed. Do not exceed 16 chewable tablets in one day.

If after 7 days of medication administration the symptoms do not improve, the gastroenterologist should be contacted.

Side effects of Gaviscon

Side effects of Gaviscon are rare and include allergic manifestations, such as hives, redness, difficulty breathing, dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.

Contraindications for Gaviscon

Gaviscon is contraindicated for individuals who are hypersensitive to any component of the formula and for children under 12 years of age.

After ingesting Gaviscon, wait 2 hours for the use of other medications, especially antihistamine, digoxin, fluoroquinolone, ketoconazole, neuroleptics, penicillin, thyroxine, glucocorticoid, chloroquine, disphosphonates, tetracyclines, atenolol (and other beta blockers), sulfate quinolone, alendronate, sodium fluoride and zinc. This precaution is important, since calcium carbonate, one of Gaviscon's ingredients, acts as an antacid and can decrease the absorption of these drugs.