Patient leaflet - GAVISCON ADVANCE ANISEED FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION
How to take this medicine
Checkthat the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Shake well before use.
Adults including the elderly and children 12 years and over: 5–10 ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.
Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.
If you forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before.
If you take too much of this product you may feel bloated and experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if this doesn’t go away.
If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
4.
Possible side effects
Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients) there is a chance of an allergic reaction to the ingredients. 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.
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: '" 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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1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called „reflux suppressants“.
This product forms a protective layer that floats on top of the stomach contents. This layer prevents reflux and keeps the stomach contents away from the lining of the food pipe to relieve the symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion. It can also be used to relieve the symptoms of conditions such as
hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through a muscle wall), reflux oesophagitis (inflamed foodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and other voice disorders, sore throat and cough associated with reflux. It
can also be taken to control heartburn symptoms which may occur when taking, or following withdrawal of, medication to reduce stomach acid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) or H2 Antagonists.
2. what you need to know before taking this medicinedo not take gaviscon advance aniseed flavour oral suspension:- if you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of in this product
(listed in section 6for a full list on ingredients).
Taking other medicines:
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without prescription. Wait at least 2 hours between taking this medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones (types of antibiotics), iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine (a medication used to prevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer).
Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. As with all medicines, the treatment duration should be limited as much as possible.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension: This product contains methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Driving and using machines:
This medicine has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
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5. how to store this medicine )
Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. । Do not refrigerate.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. contents of the pack and other information )
Each 10 ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mg sodium alginate and 200 mg potassium hydrogen carbonate as the । active ingredients. The other ingredients are calcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, aniseed flavour derived from fennel and purified water. This product does not contain sugar or gluten.
This medicine is available in bottles of 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml, 150ml, 180ml, 200ml, 250ml and 300ml.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer and Product Licence Holder:
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Limited, Hull, HU8 7DS.
Date of preparation: September 2020.
Gaviscon Advance and the sword and circle are trademarks.
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CUSTOMER INFO:
Minimum Point Size = 7.00pt
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TBR2687-D8346142 – English
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Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate.
Read all of this leaflet carefully before you start using this medicine because it contains important information for you.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
- Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
- Ifyou get any side effects, talk to your pharmacist. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.
See section 4.
- You must talk to your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 7 days.
In this leaflet:
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1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
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2. What you need to know before you take this medicine.
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3. Howto take this medicine.
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4. Possible side effects.
x 5. how to store this medicine
\ 6. Contents of the pack and other information.
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1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called „reflux suppressants“.
This product forms a protective layer that floats on top of the stomach contents. This layer prevents reflux and keeps the stomach contents away from the lining of the food pipe to relieve the symptoms of heartburn and acid indigestion. Itcanalsobeusedto relieve the symptoms of conditions such as
hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through a muscle wall), reflux oesophagitis (inflamed foodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and other voice disorders, sore throat and cough associated with reflux. It
can also be taken to control heartburn symptoms which may occur when taking, or following withdrawal of, medication to reduce stomach acid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) or H2 Antagonists.
2. what you need to know before taking this medicine
Do not take Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension:
– If you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients of in this product
(listed in section 6forafull list on ingredients).
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/'Warnings and precautions: )
z This medicine contains 57.85 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each 5 ml. This is equivalent to 2.9 % of
' the recommended maximum dailydietaryintake of sodiumforan adult. |
The maximum recommended daily dose of this medicinal product contains 462.8 mg sodium (found in table salt). This is ) equivalent to 23.14 % of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium. ।
This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5ml.
Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build-up in your body and may cause side effects (called “metabolic acidosis”).
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you have 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”).
This medicine contains 1.0 mmol (39.06 mg) of potassium per5ml.To be taken into consideration by patients with reduced kidney function or patients on a controlled potassium diet.
– Please also talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you need this product on a daily basis for a prolonged period, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt (sodium) diet orifyou suffer or have suffered from significant kidney or heart disease, as certain salts could interfere with these diseases. !
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Taking other medicines:
Please tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without prescription. Wait at least 2 hours between taking this medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones (types of antibiotics), iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine (a medication used to prevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer).
Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. As with all medicines, the treatment duration should be limited as much as possible.
Important information about some of the ingredients of Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension: This product contains methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Driving and using machines:
This medicine has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
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CUSTOMER INFO:
Minimum Point Size = 7.00pt
Leaflet Copy = 9pt
3. how to take this medicine )
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Shake well before use. ।
Adults including the elderly and children 12 years and over: 5–10 ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.
Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.
If you forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before.
If you take too much of this product you may feel bloated and experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if this doesn’t go away.
If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
4. possible side effects 1
Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients) there is a chance of an allergic reaction to the ingredients. 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.
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: !
"" 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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5. how to store this medicine )
Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not refrigerate.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. contents of the pack and other information )
Each 10 ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mg sodium alginate and 200 mg potassium hydrogen carbonate as the active ingredients. The other ingredients are calcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, aniseed flavour derived from fennel and purified water. This product does not contain sugar or gluten.
This medicine is available in bottles of 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml, 150ml, 180ml, 200ml, 250ml and 300ml.
Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer and Product Licence Holder:
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Limited, Hull, HU8 7DS.
Date of preparation: September 2020.
Gaviscon Advance and the sword and circle are trademarks.
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TBR2687-D8346142 – English
GAVISCON ADVANCE ANISEED FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION
mm 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250
177.8 mm
FOP
70 mm
GAVISCON
ADVANCE
\ aniseed flavour
Oral suspension
Peel here. Do not remove.
Extra Strength Formula
What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg.
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product.
Do not refrigerate. Keep out ofthe sight and reach ofchildren. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drinkdirectlyfrom the bottle
Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogen carbonate
Read the package leaflet before use.
Dosage: For oral use. Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: Take 5–10 ml (one to two 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime. Shake well before use. Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice. If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. Contains sodium, potassium, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates.
High in sodium – see leaflet for further information. Manufacturerand Product Licence holder in the UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0749
66.3 mm
55mm
56.5mm
30 mm
GavisconAdvanceAniseedflavourOralSuspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate.
contentsawayfromthe lining ofthefood pipetorelievethe equivalentto23.14%oftheadultrecommendedmaximum
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2mm
2mm j.5mm
2mm
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Readallofthisleafletcarefullybeforeyoustartusingthis medicinebecauseitcontainsimportantinformationforyou.
- Keep this leaflet. Youmayneed toread it again.
- Askyourpharmacistifyouneedmoreinformationoradvice.
- Ifyou getanyside effects, talktoyourpharmacist.
This includesany possibleside effects notlisted in this leaflet. Seesection4.
- Youmusttalktoyourdoctorifyoudonotfeelbetterorifyou feel worse after7 days
Inthisleaflet:
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1. Whatis this medicine and what is it used for?
-
2. Whatyouneedtoknowbeforeyoutakethismedicine.
-
3. Howtotakethismedicine.
-
4. Possiblesideeffects.
-
5. Howtostorethis medicine.
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6. Contentsofthepackandotherinformation.
1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
GavisconAdvance AniseedflavourOral Suspension belongstoa groupofmedicinescalled ‘refluxsuppressants’.Thisproduct formsa protective layerthatfloatson top ofthe stomach contents. This layer preventsrefluxandkeepsthe stomach
symptomsofheartburnandacidindigestion. Itcanalsobe usedto relievethesymptomsofconditionssuchashiatushernia (protrusionofmusclethrough amusclewall), refluxoesophagitis (inflamedfood pipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and other voice disorders, sorethroatand coughassociatedwithreflux. Itcan also betakentocontrolheartburnsymptomswhichmayoccur whentaking, orfollowingwithdrawalof, medication toreduce stomachacidsuchasProtonPumpInhibitors(PPI's) orH2 Antagonists.
2. Whatyou need to know before takingthis medicine. Do nottake Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension:
-Ifyouknowyouareallergic(hypersensitive) toanyofthe ingredientsofinthisproduct(listedinsection6forafulllistof ingredients).
Warningsandprecautions:
This medicine contains 57.85 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each5ml. Thisis equivalent to 2.9 % of the recommended maximumdaily dietary intake of sodium for an adult.
The maximum recommended dailydose ofthis medicinal productcontains462.8mgsodium(foundintablesalt). Thisis
dailydietaryintakeforsodium.
Thismedicinecontains0.525mg benzylalcoholineach5ml. Benzyl alcohol maycause allergic reactions.
Askyourdoctororpharmacistforadviceifyouarepregnantor breast-feeding. Thisisbecauselargeamountsofbenzylalcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Ask yourdoctororpharmacistforadvice if youhaveliver or kidneydisease. Thisisbecauselargeamountsofbenzylalcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Thismedicinecontains1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper5ml. Tobetakenintoconsiderationbypatientswithreduced kidney functionorpatientsonacontrolledpotassiumdiet.
-Pleasealsotalktoyourdoctororpharmacistifyouneedfouror moredailydosesforaprolonged period, especiallyifyouhave beenadvisedtofollowalowsaltdietorifyousufferorhave sufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheartdisease, ascertainsalts could interfere withthese diseases.
Takingothermedicines:
Pleasetellyourdoctororpharmacistifyouaretakingorhave recentlytaken anyothermedicines, including 0000000
CUSTOMER INFO:
Minimum Point Size = 7.00pt
Leaflet Copy = 9pt
medicinesobtainedwithoutprescriptionWaitatleast2hours betweentakingthismedicineandothermedicinessuchas tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones(typesofantibiotics), ironsalts, thyroidhormones, chloroquine(amedicationusedtoprevent malaria), bisphosphonates(amedicationusedtotreatosteoporosis) andestramustine (amedicationtotreatprostatecancer).
Pregnancyandbreast-feeding:
You cantakethis productifyouarepregnant or breast-feeding. Aswithall medicines, the treatmentdurationshould belimitedas much as possible.
Importantinformationaboutsomeof the ingredientsofGaviscon Advance AniseedflavourOralSuspension:
This productcontainsmethyl(E218) and propyl(E216) para-hydroxybenzoateswhich may causeallergicreactions (possiblydelayed).
Drivingand usingmachines:
Thismedicinehasnoinfluenceontheability todriveand use machines.
3. Howtotakethismedicine
Check thatthe cap seal is unbroken beforefirst using this product. Shake well before use.Adults includingtheelderlyand children 12yearsandover: 5–10 ml(onetotwo5mlspoonfuls) aftermeals andatbedtime. Childrenunder12years: Shouldonlybetakenon
medicaladvice. Ifyouforgetadoseitis notnecessarytodouble thedosenexttime, justcarryontakingasbefore. Ifyoutaketoo muchofthisproductyoumayfeelbloatedandexperiencesome abdominaldiscomfort. Itisunlikelytocauseyouanyharm, but pleaseconsultyourdoctororpharmacistifthisdoesn’tgoaway. Ifsymptomspersistafter7 daysconsultyourdoctor.
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4. Possiblesideeffects
Veryrarely(lessthan 1 in 10,000 patients)there isachance ofan allergicreactiontotheingredients. Symptomsofthismay include skin rash, itching, difficultybreathing, dizzinessor swellingoftheface, lips, tongueorthroat. Ifyouexperience theseoranyothersideeffectsstoptakingtheproductand consultyourdoctorimmediately. Ifyougetanysideeffects,talk toyourdoctor, pharmacistornurse. Thisincludesanypossible sideeffectsnotlisted inthisleaflet.You canalsoreportside effectsdirectlyviatheYellowCardSchemeat: " YellowCardintheGooglePlayorAppleAppStore. Byreporting sideeffects, you canhelp providemore informationonthesafety ofthis medicine.
-
5. Howtostorethismedicine
Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out otthe sight and reach otchildren.
Donotrefrigerate.
Medicinesshouldnotbedisposedofviawastewateror householdwaste. Askyourpharmacisthowtodisposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protecttheenvironment.
6. Contents ofthe pack and other information
Each10ml oforal suspension contains1000 mg sodium alginate and200mg potassiumhydrogencarbonateastheactive ingredients. Theotheringredientsarecalciumcarbonate, carbomer, methyl(E218) and propyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates, benzylalcohol(presentinfennelflavour), sodiumsaccharin, sodiumhydroxide, aniseedflavourderived fromfennel and purified water. This productdoes not contain sugarorgluten. thismedicineis availableinbottles of80ml, 100ml,125ml,140ml,150ml,180ml,200ml,250mland300ml.
Notall packsizes maybemarketed.
Manufacturerand ProductLicenceHolder: ReckittBenckiserHealthcare(UK) Limited, Hull, HU87DS.
Dateofpreparation: September2020.
GavisconAdvance and the sword and circle aretrademarks.
___________________0000000 _
TBR2654-D8340700 – English
GAVISCON ADVANCE ANISEED FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION
mm 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130 140 150 160 170 180 190 200 210 220 230 240 250
177.8 mm
FOP
70 mm
GAVISCON
ADVANCE
\ aniseed flavour
Oral suspension
Peel here. Do not remove.
Extra Strength Formula
What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg.
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product.
Do not refrigerate. Keep out ofthe sight and reach ofchildren. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drinkdirectlyfrom the bottle
Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogen carbonate
Read the package leaflet before use.
Dosage: For oral use. Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: Take 5–10 ml (one to two 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime. Shake well before use. Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice. If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. Contains sodium, potassium, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates.
High in sodium – see leaflet for further information. Manufacturerand Product Licence holder in the UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0749
66.3 mm
55mm
56.5mm
30 mm
GavisconAdvanceAniseedflavourOralSuspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate.
contentsawayfromthe lining ofthefood pipetorelievethe equivalentto23.14%oftheadultrecommendedmaximum
PRINTING READS This Way
2mm
2mm j.5mm
2mm
j.5mm
2mm
j.5mm
2mm
"1.5mm
2mm
2mm
7.5mm
Readallofthisleafletcarefullybeforeyoustartusingthis medicinebecauseitcontainsimportantinformationforyou.
- Keep this leaflet. Youmayneed toread it again.
- Askyourpharmacistifyouneedmoreinformationoradvice.
- Ifyou getanyside effects, talktoyourpharmacist.
This includesany possibleside effects notlisted in this leaflet. Seesection4.
- Youmusttalktoyourdoctorifyoudonotfeelbetterorifyou feel worse after7 days
Inthisleaflet:
-
1. Whatis this medicine and what is it used for?
-
2. Whatyouneedtoknowbeforeyoutakethismedicine.
-
3. Howtotakethismedicine.
-
4. Possiblesideeffects.
-
5. Howtostorethis medicine.
-
6. Contentsofthepackandotherinformation.
1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
GavisconAdvance AniseedflavourOral Suspension belongstoa groupofmedicinescalled ‘refluxsuppressants’.Thisproduct formsa protective layerthatfloatson top ofthe stomach contents. This layer preventsrefluxandkeepsthe stomach
symptomsofheartburnandacidindigestion. Itcanalsobe usedto relievethesymptomsofconditionssuchashiatushernia (protrusionofmusclethrough amusclewall), refluxoesophagitis (inflamedfood pipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and other voice disorders, sorethroatand coughassociatedwithreflux. Itcan also betakentocontrolheartburnsymptomswhichmayoccur whentaking, orfollowingwithdrawalof, medication toreduce stomachacidsuchasProtonPumpInhibitors(PPI's) orH2 Antagonists.
2. Whatyou need to know before takingthis medicine. Do nottake Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension:
-Ifyouknowyouareallergic(hypersensitive) toanyofthe ingredientsofinthisproduct(listedinsection6forafulllistof ingredients).
Warningsandprecautions:
This medicine contains 57.85 mg sodium (main component of cooking/table salt) in each5ml. Thisis equivalent to 2.9 % of the recommended maximumdaily dietary intake of sodium for an adult.
The maximum recommended dailydose ofthis medicinal productcontains462.8mgsodium(foundintablesalt). Thisis
dailydietaryintakeforsodium.
Thismedicinecontains0.525mg benzylalcoholineach5ml. Benzyl alcohol maycause allergic reactions.
Askyourdoctororpharmacistforadviceifyouarepregnantor breast-feeding. Thisisbecauselargeamountsofbenzylalcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Ask yourdoctororpharmacistforadvice if youhaveliver or kidneydisease. Thisisbecauselargeamountsofbenzylalcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Thismedicinecontains1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper5ml. Tobetakenintoconsiderationbypatientswithreduced kidney functionorpatientsonacontrolledpotassiumdiet.
-Pleasealsotalktoyourdoctororpharmacistifyouneedfouror moredailydosesforaprolonged period, especiallyifyouhave beenadvisedtofollowalowsaltdietorifyousufferorhave sufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheartdisease, ascertainsalts could interfere withthese diseases.
Takingothermedicines:
Pleasetellyourdoctororpharmacistifyouaretakingorhave recentlytaken anyothermedicines, including 0000000
CUSTOMER INFO:
Minimum Point Size = 7.00pt
Leaflet Copy = 9pt
medicinesobtainedwithoutprescriptionWaitatleast2hours betweentakingthismedicineandothermedicinessuchas tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones(typesofantibiotics), ironsalts, thyroidhormones, chloroquine(amedicationusedtoprevent malaria), bisphosphonates(amedicationusedtotreatosteoporosis) andestramustine (amedicationtotreatprostatecancer).
Pregnancyandbreast-feeding:
You cantakethis productifyouarepregnant or breast-feeding. Aswithall medicines, the treatmentdurationshould belimitedas much as possible.
Importantinformationaboutsomeof the ingredientsofGaviscon Advance AniseedflavourOralSuspension:
This productcontainsmethyl(E218) and propyl(E216) para-hydroxybenzoateswhich may causeallergicreactions (possiblydelayed).
Drivingand usingmachines:
Thismedicinehasnoinfluenceontheability todriveand use machines.
3. Howtotakethismedicine
Check thatthe cap seal is unbroken beforefirst using this product. Shake well before use.Adults includingtheelderlyand children 12yearsandover: 5–10 ml(onetotwo5mlspoonfuls) aftermeals andatbedtime. Childrenunder12years: Shouldonlybetakenon
medicaladvice. Ifyouforgetadoseitis notnecessarytodouble thedosenexttime, justcarryontakingasbefore. Ifyoutaketoo muchofthisproductyoumayfeelbloatedandexperiencesome abdominaldiscomfort. Itisunlikelytocauseyouanyharm, but pleaseconsultyourdoctororpharmacistifthisdoesn’tgoaway. Ifsymptomspersistafter7 daysconsultyourdoctor.
-
4. Possiblesideeffects
Veryrarely(lessthan 1 in 10,000 patients)there isachance ofan allergicreactiontotheingredients. Symptomsofthismay include skin rash, itching, difficultybreathing, dizzinessor swellingoftheface, lips, tongueorthroat. Ifyouexperience theseoranyothersideeffectsstoptakingtheproductand consultyourdoctorimmediately. Ifyougetanysideeffects,talk toyourdoctor, pharmacistornurse. Thisincludesanypossible sideeffectsnotlisted inthisleaflet.You canalsoreportside effectsdirectlyviatheYellowCardSchemeat: " YellowCardintheGooglePlayorAppleAppStore. Byreporting sideeffects, you canhelp providemore informationonthesafety ofthis medicine.
-
5. Howtostorethismedicine
Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out otthe sight and reach otchildren.
Donotrefrigerate.
Medicinesshouldnotbedisposedofviawastewateror householdwaste. Askyourpharmacisthowtodisposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protecttheenvironment.
6. Contents ofthe pack and other information
Each10ml oforal suspension contains1000 mg sodium alginate and200mg potassiumhydrogencarbonateastheactive ingredients. Theotheringredientsarecalciumcarbonate, carbomer, methyl(E218) and propyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates, benzylalcohol(presentinfennelflavour), sodiumsaccharin, sodiumhydroxide, aniseedflavourderived fromfennel and purified water. This productdoes not contain sugarorgluten. thismedicineis availableinbottles of80ml, 100ml,125ml,140ml,150ml,180ml,200ml,250mland300ml.
Notall packsizes maybemarketed.
Manufacturerand ProductLicenceHolder: ReckittBenckiserHealthcare(UK) Limited, Hull, HU87DS.
Dateofpreparation: September2020.
GavisconAdvance and the sword and circle aretrademarks.
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TBR2654-D8340700 – English
GAVISCON ADVANCE ANISEED FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION
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What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg.
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Sodium alginate
Potassium hydrogen carbonate
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Dosage: For oral use. Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: Take 5–10 ml (one to two 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime. Shake well before use. Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice. If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. Contains sodium, potassium, benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour), methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates.
High in sodium – see leaflet for further information. Manufacturer and Product Licence holder in the UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0749
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GavisconAdvanceAniseedflavourOralSuspension.
Sodiumalginateandpotassiumhydrogencarbonate.
Readallofthisleafletcarefullybeforeyoustartusingthis medicinebecauseitcontainsimportantinformationforyou.
- Keep this leaflet. Youmayneed toread it again.
- Askyourpharmacistifyouneed moreinformationoradvice.
- Ifyougetanysideeffects, talktoyourpharmacist.
This includesany possibleside effects notlisted in this leaflet. Seesection4.
- Youmusttalktoyourdoctorifyoudonotfeelbetterorifyou feel worse after7 days
Inthis leaflet:
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1. Whatis this medicine and what is it used for?
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2. Whatyouneedtoknowbeforeyoutakethismedicine.
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3. Howtotakethismedicine.
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4. Possiblesideeffects.
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5. Howtostorethismedicine.
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6. Contentsofthepackandotherinformation.
1. What is this medicineand what is it used for?
Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension belongsto a groupofmedicinescalled ‘refluxsuppressants’. Thisproduct formsaprotective layerthatfloatson top ofthe stomach contents. Thislayer preventsrefluxandkeepsthe stomach
contentsawayfromthe lining ofthefoodpipetorelievethe symptomsofheartburnandacidindigestion. Itcanalsobe usedto relievethesymptomsofconditionssuchashiatushernia (protrusionofmusclethrough amusclewall), refluxoesophagitis (inflamedfood pipe) andsymptomsofhoarsenessand other voice disorders, sorethroatand coughassociatedwithreflux. Itcan also betakentocontrolheartburnsymptomswhichmayoccur whentaking, orfollowingwithdrawalof, medication toreduce stomachacidsuchasProtonPumpInhibitors(PPI's) orH2 Antagonists.
2 Whatyou need to know before taking this medicine. Do nottake Gaviscon AdvanceAniseed flavour Oral Suspension:
-Ifyouknowyouareallergic(hypersensitive) toanyofthe ingredientsofinthisproduct(listedinsection6forafulllistof ingredients).
Warningsand precautions:
Thismedicinecontains57.85mgsodium(main componentofcooking/tablesalt) in each5ml. Thisis equivalentto2.9%ofthe recommendedmaximumdaily dietaryintakeofsodiumforanadult.
Themaximumrecommendeddailydoseofthismedicinal productcontains462.8mgsodium(foundintablesalt). Thisis
equivalentto23.14%oftheadultrecommendedmaximum dailydietaryintakeforsodium.
Thismedicinecontains0.525mgbenzylalcoholineach5ml. Benzylalcoholmaycauseallergicreactions.
Askyourdoctororpharmacistforadviceifyouarepregnantor breast-feeding. Thisisbecauselargeamountsofbenzylalcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Ask yourdoctororpharmacistforadvice if youhaveliver or kidneydisease. Thisisbecause largeamountsofbenzyl alcohol canbuild-upinyourbodyandmaycausesideeffects(called “metabolic acidosis”).
Thismedicine contains 1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassium per5ml. Tobetakenintoconsiderationbypatientswithreducedkidney functionorpatientsonacontrolledpotassiumdiet.
-Pleasealsotalktoyourdoctororpharmacistifyouneedfouror moredailydosesforaprolongedperiod, especiallyifyouhave beenadvisedtofollowa lowsaltdietorifyousufferorhave sufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheartdisease, ascertainsalts could interferewiththese diseases.
Takingothermedicines:
Pleasetellyourdoctororpharmacistifyouaretakingorhave recentlytaken anyothermedicines, including 0000000
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medicinesobtainedwithoutprescriptionWaitatleast2hours betweentakingthismedicineandothermedicinessuchas tetracyclines,fluoroquinolones(typesofantibiotics),ironsalts, thyroidhormones, chloroquine(amedicationusedtoprevent malaria), bisphosphonates(amedicationusedtotreatosteoporosis) andestramustine (amedicationtotreatprostatecancer).
Pregnancyand breast-feeding:
You cantakethis productifyouarepregnant or breast-feeding. Aswithall medicines, the treatmentdurationshouldbelimitedas much as possible.
Importantinformationaboutsomeof the ingredientsofGaviscon Advance AniseedflavourOralSuspension:
This productcontainsmethyl(E218) and propyl(E216) para-hydroxybenzoateswhich may causeallergicreactions (possiblydelayed).
Driving and using machines:
Thismedicinehasnoinfluenceontheability todriveanduse machines.
3. Howtotakethismedicine
Check thatthecapseal isunbrokenbeforefirstusing this product. Shake wellbeforeuse. Adults includingtheelderlyand children 12yearsandover: 5–10 ml(onetotwo5mlspoonfuls) aftermeals andatbedtime. Childrenunder12years: Shouldonlybetakenon
medicaladvice. Ifyouforgetadoseitisnotnecessarytodouble thedosenexttime, justcarryontakingasbefore. Ifyoutaketoo muchofthisproductyoumayfeelbloatedandexperiencesome abdominaldiscomfort. Itisunlikelytocauseyouanyharm, but please consultyourdoctororpharmacistifthisdoesn’tgoaway. Ifsymptomspersistafter7 daysconsultyourdoctor.
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4. Possiblesideeffects
Veryrarely(lessthan1 in10,000patients) thereisachanceofan allergicreactiontotheingredients. Symptomsofthismay includeskin rash, itching, difficultybreathing, dizzinessor swellingoftheface, lips, tongueorthroat. Ifyouexperience theseoranyothersideeffectsstoptakingtheproductand consultyourdoctorimmediately. Ifyougetanysideeffects, talk toyourdoctor, pharmacistornurse. Thisincludesanypossible sideeffectsnotlistedinthisleaflet. Youcanalsoreportside effectsdirectlyviatheYellowCardSchemeat: " YellowCardintheGooglePlayorAppleAppStore. Byreporting sideeffects, youcanhelpprovidemoreinformationonthesafety ofthismedicine.
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5. Howtostorethismedicine
Do notrefrigerate.
Medicinesshouldnotbedisposedofviawastewateror householdwaste. Askyourpharmacisthowtodisposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protectthe environment.
6. Contentsofthepackand other information
Each10mloforalsuspensioncontains1000mgsodiumalginate and200mgpotassiumhydrogencarbonateastheactive ingredients. Theotheringredientsarecalciumcarbonate, carbomer, methyl(E218) andpropyl(E216)
parahydroxybenzoates, benzylalcohol(presentinfennelflavour), sodiumsaccharin, sodiumhydroxide, aniseedflavourderived fromfenneland purifiedwater. Thisproductdoesnotcontain sugarorgluten. thismedicineis availableinbottles of80ml, 100ml,125ml,140ml,150ml,180ml,200ml,250mland300ml.
Notall packsizesmaybemarketed.
ManufacturerandProductLicenceHolder: ReckittBenckiserHealthcare(UK) Limited, Hull, HU87DS.
Dateofpreparation: September2020.
GavisconAdvanceandtheswordandcirclearetrademarks.
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TBR2654-D8340700 – English
GAVISCON ADVANCE ANISEED FLAVOUR ORAL SUSPENSION
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1.3.1 Package Leaflet
Gaviscon Advance Suspension 500 mg Aniseed – UK BROMI Copy – eCTD
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