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What is Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Aniseed 250ml?

Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Aniseed is an effective remedy designed to provide fast relief from heartburn and indigestion. This 250ml bottle contains a liquid formulation that works by forming a protective barrier on top of the stomach contents, preventing acid reflux and soothing the oesophagus. The aniseed flavour makes it a pleasant option for those seeking relief. Suitable for adults and children over 12 years, this product is a reliable choice for managing occasional heartburn and indigestion symptoms.

What are the benefits?

This liquid formulation provides rapid relief from heartburn and indigestion, allowing you to enjoy your meals without discomfort. The protective barrier it forms helps to prevent acid reflux, providing long-lasting relief. Additionally, the pleasant aniseed flavour makes it more enjoyable to take, encouraging compliance with treatment.

What are the key features?

Fast-acting relief from heartburn and indigestion
Forms a protective barrier against acid reflux
Pleasant aniseed flavour
Suitable for adults and children over 12 years
250ml bottle for convenience

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What are the active ingredients?

Each 10 ml of oral suspension contains 500mg sodium alginate, 213mg sodium bicarbonate and 325mg calcium carbonate as the active ingredients. The other ingredients are carbomer, methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), sodium saccharin, fennel flavour, sodium hydroxide and water. This product does not contain sugar or gluten

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How to use Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Aniseed 500ml

Dosage: For oral use.
Shake well before use.
Adults and children 12 years and over: take 10-20ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.

Before taking gaviscon double action aniseed, do not take this product if:

You know you are allergic to any of the ingredients as very rarely difficulty in breathing and skin rashes have occurred (see further information for a full list of ingredients).
Take special care before treatment with gaviscon Double action aniseed: this medicine contains 127.88 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each 10 ml. This is equivalent to 6.4% of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult.
The maximum recommended daily dose of this medicinal product contains 1023.04 mg sodium (found in table salt). This is equivalent to 51.15% of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you need this product on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt (sodium) diet.
This product can mask symptoms of other more serious, underlying medical conditions.
If symptoms persist, or treatment is required for more than seven days continuously, please speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
This product contains methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
This medicine contains 1.05 mg benzyl alcohol in each 10 ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding, or if you have a liver or kidney disease. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build-up in your body and may cause side effects (called ""metabolic acidosis"").

How to take gaviscon double action aniseed:

Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product.
For oral use. Shake well before use.
Adults and children 12 years and over: Take 10-20ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
Children under 12 years: should only be taken on medical advice.
If you take too much of this product you may feel bloated. It is unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist.
If you forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before.
Taking large doses of calcium carbonate every day for prolonged periods can lead to high levels of calcium in the blood.
Turn the leaflet for further information.
After taking gaviscon double action aniseed: if symptoms persist, or treatment is required for more than seven days continuously, seek medical advice.

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Precautions to consider before using Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Aniseed 250ml

KEEP OUT OF SIGHT AND REACH OF CHILDREN.

Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle.
If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
Contains sodium, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates.

Possible side effects:

Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients treated) an allergic reaction to the ingredients may occur.
Symptoms of this may include skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing, dizziness, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
If you experience these or any other side-effects stop taking the product and consult your doctor immediately.
Other side effects of unknown frequency may include constipation, irritability, muscle twitching or muscle cramps, indigestion that comes back when you stop taking the tablets and high levels of calcium in the blood.

Reporting of side effects:

If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the Google Play or Apple App Store. By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.

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Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Aniseed 250ml

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