Gaviscon+ is the only antacid product that provides fast-acting, long-lasting heartburn relief. It quickly neutralizes stomach acid and helps keep acid down for hours.
Gaviscon Advance forms a protective barrier that helps keep stomach acid from rising back up the oesophagus (food pipe). We know how disruptive heartburn and acid reflux can be, which is why Advance is designed for long-lasting relief (up to 4 hours)- to help you get on with your day.
Liquid antacids usually work faster/better than tablets or capsules. This medication works only on existing acid in the stomach. It does not prevent acid production.
Gaviscon can be used to treat heartburn (acid reflux) and indigestion. The medicine works by forming a protective layer that floats on top of the contents of your stomach. This stops stomach acid escaping up into your food pipe.
Gaviscon Advance contains double the concentration of sodium alginate compared with Gaviscon Original, which makes it more effective for relieving the symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion.
Gaviscon double action products contain more calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate per dose than original Gaviscon products, so these products also have an antacid effect - hence the double action.
Drug alert: recall of Gaviscon Advance Peppermint Flavour, Boots Heartburn Relief Peppermint Flavour, Peptac Peppermint Liquid, and Peptac Liquid Aniseed Flavour. Batches of this medicine are being recalled from the market because of low levels of microbial contamination. All are 500 mL bottles.
It can be taken four times daily after meals and at bedtime. Side effects tend to be mild and may include indigestion, nausea, and belching. Gaviscon should be used with caution in people with kidney disease, a peptic ulcer, or trouble swallowing.
Can I drink water after taking Gaviscon? You can drink water as soon as your symptoms subside (hopefully after thirty minutes).
Antacids are among the safest drugs for acid reflux and side effects are rare. Depending on the antacid's ingredients, side effects may include diarrhea, constipation, calcium loss and kidney stones.
Gaviscon Regular Strength Tablets has an average rating of 5.8 out of 10 from a total of 5 ratings on Drugs.com. 50% of reviewers reported a positive effect, while 50% reported a negative effect. Mylanta has an average rating of 10.0 out of 10 from a total of 2 ratings on Drugs.com.
Eating large meals or eating late at night. Eating certain foods (triggers) such as fatty or fried foods. Drinking certain beverages, such as alcohol or coffee. Taking certain medications, such as aspirin.
Acid reflux is caused by weakness or relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (valve). Normally this valve closes tightly after food enters your stomach. If it relaxes when it shouldn't, your stomach contents rise back up into the esophagus. Stomach acids flow back up into the esophagus, causing reflux.
Unless otherwise directed by your healthcare professional, you should discontinue use if you do experience any side effects, if you have taken Gaviscon® for more than two weeks, or if your symptoms return. If you require additional information, please call us at 1-888-366-7475.
When should the medicine start working? Gaviscon should help to stop an reflux after about 30 minutes.
Tolerance and safety were good and comparable in both groups. Conclusion Gaviscon® was non-inferior to omeprazole in achieving a 24-h heartburn-free period in moderate episodic heartburn, and is a relevant effective alternative treatment in moderate GERD in primary care.
Metabolic side effects have included hypophosphatemia with the use of aluminum hydroxide. In patients on long-term aluminum hydroxide therapy, especially in association with poor diets, hypophosphatemia may result in muscle weakness, rhabdomyolysis, hemolysis, and encephalopathy.
Gaviscon Syrup is better than antacids. It is used to treat acidity and indigestion, provides quick and lasting relief, treats heartburn and gas troubles such as bloating and belching.
Antacids, such as TUMS, Rolaids, and Maalox, neutralize the acid that has already been produced in your stomach. They act fast, usually within 5 minutes, but they only last for 30 to 60 minutes, says Dr. Zhou, so they are best for immediate relief when you're experiencing mild heartburn after a meal.
This may be because you have been misdiagnosed with GERD, your diet is causing symptoms, or you are taking your medication incorrectly. If PPIs aren't treating your symptoms, work with your healthcare provider to figure out why they aren't working and what alternative treatments you can try.
Drinks such as ginger tea, certain fruit and vegetable juices, and plant-based milks may benefit people experiencing acid reflux and heartburn. Avoiding citrus juices, carbonated beverages, and alcohol can also help to reduce symptom frequency and severity.
Those with kidney and liver diseases, having heart problems, or high blood pressure should avoid antacids as some contain high levels of sodium, which could make you feel unwell.
If you have heart disease or high blood pressure – GAVISCON DOUBLE ACTION TABLETS contains sodium (salt) and may worsen heart disease or high blood pressure.
Silent reflux, also known as laryngopharyngeal reflux (LPR), is a condition in which stomach acid flows back up the esophagus (swallowing tube) into the larynx (voice box) and throat. LPR is called silent reflux because it often does not cause any symptoms in the chest.