Patient leaflet - Gaviscon Advance Aniseed suspension
1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
Gaviscon Advance 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 (PPIs) or H2 Antagonists.
- 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.
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
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Shake well before use. PL holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. UK Distributor: Forum Health Products. PL 00063/0108 UK Only Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. | FOP | ||
Aniseed Suspension Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogencarbonate | |||
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. Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
| Peel here. | |||
| DISPENSING PACK ONLY. NOT FOR RETAIL SALE. | |||
Do not remove. 250ml | |||
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2. Before taking this medicine.
Do not take Gaviscon Advance:
- If you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients in this product (see ‘Further Information’ for a full list of ingredients).
Take special care with Gaviscon Advance:
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 daily dietary intake of sodium for an 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. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you need this medicine on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have been advised to have a low salt diet. This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5 ml. 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 per 5 ml. 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 of time, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt (sodium) diet or if you suffer or have suffered from significant kidney or heart disease, as certain salts could interfere with these diseases. 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 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: "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.
- 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. Further 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.
Gaviscon Advance is available in bottles of 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml, 150ml, 180ml, 200ml, 250ml, 300ml, 500ml, 560ml or 600ml. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer and Product Licence Holder:
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Limited,
Hull, HU8 7DS.
UK Distributor: Forum Health Products.
Date of preparation: February 2024.
Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
English TBR2881-D8347217 gaviscon advance aniseed suspension
Gaviscon Advance Aniseed Suspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate. Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to take this medicine carefully to get the best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again. • Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice. • You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days.
- If any of the side-effects gets serious, or if you notice any side-effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
- 1. What is Gaviscon Advance and what is it used for?
- 2. Before taking this medicine.
- 3.
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:
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.
- 4. Possible side effects.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6. Further information.
- 1. What is this medicine and what is it used for?
Gaviscon Advance 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 (PPIs) or H2 Antagonists.
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.
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
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. Shake well before use. PL holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. UK Distributor: Forum Health Products. PL 00063/0108 UK Only Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. | FOP | ||
Aniseed Suspension Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogencarbonate | |||
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. Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
| Peel here. | |||
| DISPENSING PACK ONLY. NOT FOR RETAIL SALE. | |||
Do not remove. 250ml | |||
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- 2. Before taking this medicine.
Do not take Gaviscon Advance:
- If you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients in this product (see ‘Further Information’ for a full list of ingredients).
Take special care with Gaviscon Advance:
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 daily dietary intake of sodium for an 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. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you need this medicine on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have been advised to have a low salt diet. This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5 ml. 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 per 5 ml. 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 of time, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt (sodium) diet or if you suffer or have suffered from significant kidney or heart disease, as certain salts could interfere with these diseases. 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 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: "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.
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. Further 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.
Gaviscon Advance is available in bottles of 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml, 150ml, 180ml, 200ml, 250ml, 300ml, 500ml, 560ml or 600ml. Not all pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer and Product Licence Holder:
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Limited,
Hull, HU8 7DS.
UK Distributor: Forum Health Products.
Date of preparation: February 2024.
Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
English TBR2881-D8347217 gaviscon advance aniseed suspension
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. PL holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. Distributor : Forum Health Products PL 00063/0108 UK Only Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. | Aniseed Suspension | 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.
Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
Peel here. Do not remove. 500ml DI N | Sodium alginate Potassiumhydrogen carbonate | |||
| SPENSING PACK ONLY. OT FOR RETAIL SALE. | ||||
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Gaviscon AdvanceAniseedSuspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogencarbonate.
Read all of this leaflet carefully because itcontains important information foryou.
This medicine is available without prescription.However, you still need to take this medicine carefully to getthe best results from it.
- Keep this leaflet. You may need to readit again.
- Ask your pharmacist if you needmore information oradvice.
- Youmust contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days. • If anyof the side-effects getsserious, or if you notice any side-effect not listed in this leaflet,please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Inthis leaflet:
- 1. What isGaviscon Advance andwhat is it used for?
- 2. Before taking this medicine.
- 3. How to take this medicine.
- 4. Possible side effects.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6. Further information.
- 1. What isthis medicine and what is it usedfor?
Gaviscon Advance belongs to a group ofmedicines called "reflux suppressants". This product forms a protectivelayer that floats ontopofthe 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 canalso be usedto relieve the symptoms of conditions such as hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amuscle wall), refluxoesophagitis (inflamed foodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness andother voicedisorders, sore throat andcough associated with reflux. It can also be taken to controlheartburn symptoms which may occur when taking, or following withdrawal of,
medicationto reduce stomach acid suchas Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)or H2 Antagonists.
- 2. Before taking this medicine.
Do not take Gaviscon Advance:
- If you know youare allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients inthis product (see ‘Further Information’ for a full list ofingredients).
Take special carewith GavisconAdvance:
This medicine contains 57.85 mgsodium (main component of cooking/tablesalt) in each 5 ml. This is equivalentto 2.9% of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult. The maximum recommended dailydose of thismedicinal product contains462.8 mg sodium (found in table salt). Thisis equivalent to 23.14% ofthe adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake forsodium. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you needthis medicine on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have beenadvised tohave alow salt diet. This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5 ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions. Ask yourdoctor or pharmacist for advice if you arepregnant 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 ofbenzyl alcohol can build-up in your body and may cause side effects (called “metabolicacidosis”). This medicine contains1.0 mmol (39.06 mg) of potassium per 5 ml. To be takeninto consideration by patients with reduced kidney function orpatients on a controlled potassium diet.
-Please also talk toyour doctor or pharmacistifyouneedthisproducton a dailybasisfora prolonged period of time, especially if youhavebeen advised to follow a low salt (sodium) dietorif yousuffer or have suffered fromsignificantkidney or heart disease, as certain salts couldinterfere with thesediseases. Taking other medicines:
Please tell your doctoror pharmacist if youare taking orhave recentlytakenanyother medicines, includingmedicines obtainedwithout prescription. Waitat least 2 hoursbetween takingthis
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medicine and othermedicines suchas tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones(types of antibiotics), iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine (a medication usedto prevent malaria), bisphosphonates(a medication used to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer). Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
Youcantake this product if you arepregnant orbreast-feeding. As with all medicines, the treatment duration should belimitedas much as possible.
Importantinformation about some ofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance:
This product contains methyl (E218)and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycause allergic reactions(possibly delayed).
Driving andusing machines:
This medicine has no influenceon the ability to drive and use machines.
- 3. How to take thismedicine
Checkthatthecapseal isunbrokenbefore first using this product. Shakewellbeforeuse. Adultsincluding the elderlyand children 12 years and over:5-10 ml(one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and atbedtime.
Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.
If you forget a dose it isnot necessaryto double the dose next time,just carry ontaking as before. If you taketoo much of this product youmay feel bloated and experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause youany harm,butplease consult your doctor or pharmacist ifthis doesn’t go away.
If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor.
- 4. Possibleside effects.
Very rarely(less than 1 in 10,000 patients) there isachance of anallergic reaction to theingredients. Symptoms ofthis may include skinrash, itching,difficultybreathing,dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.If you experience these orany other side effects stop taking the product and consultyourdoctor immediately.
Ifyou get anyside effects, talk to your doctor,pharmacistornurse. This includes any possible side effects not listedinthis leaflet. You can alsoreportsideeffects directly via theYellowCard Scheme at:"http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard" orsearchfor MHRA YellowCard in the Google Play orApple AppStore. Byreportingside effects, you can helpprovidemoreinformation onthe safetyof this medicine.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
Do not use thisproduct after theexpirydate(EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out ofthesightand reach of children. Do notrefrigerate.
Medicines shouldnot bedisposed of via wastewater orhouseholdwaste. Askyour pharmacist how todispose ofmedicines nolonger required. These measureswill help toprotectthe environment.
- 6. Further Information.
Each 10ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mgsodiumalginateand 200 mg potassiumhydrogen carbonate as the active ingredients.The other ingredients are calciumcarbonate,carbomer, methyl (E218)and propyl (E216)parahydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol (presentin fennel flavour),sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, aniseedflavour derived fromfennel andpurifiedwater.This product doesnot containsugar or gluten. Gaviscon Advanceis available inbottlesof 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml,150ml, 180ml, 200ml,250ml, 300ml, 500ml,560ml or600ml.
Notall pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer andProductLicence Holder:
Reckitt BenckiserHealthcare (UK) Limited,Hull, HU8 7DS.
UKDistributor: Forum Health Products.
Date ofpreparation: February 2024.
Gavisconis a trade markofthe Reckitt group.
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English TBR2882-D8340705 gaviscon advance aniseed suspension
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. PL holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. | 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. | |||
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Distributor : Forum Health Products PL 00063/0108 UK Only Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). What is this product? | High in sodium - see leaflet for further | |||
information.
| Each 10 ml contains | ||||
Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. DI N Peel here. Do not remove. 500ml | Aniseed Suspension Sodium alginate Potassiumhydrogen carbonate | |||
| SPENSING PACK ONLY. OT FOR RETAIL SALE. | ||||
| 0 | 0 | 00 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Gaviscon AdvanceAniseedSuspension.
medicationto reduce stomach acid suchas Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPIs)or H2 Antagonists.
- 2. Before taking this medicine.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogencarbonate.
Read all of this leaflet carefully because itcontains important information foryou.
Do not take Gaviscon Advance:
This medicine is available without prescription.However, you still need to take this medicine carefully to getthe best results from it.
- If you know youare allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients inthis product (see ‘Further Information’ for a full list ofingredients).
Keep this leaflet. You may need to readit again.
Take special carewith GavisconAdvance:
Ask your pharmacist if you needmore information oradvice.
This medicine contains 57.85 mgsodium (main component of cooking/tablesalt) in each 5 ml. This is equivalentto 2.9% of the recommended maximum daily dietary intake of sodium for an adult. The maximum recommended dailydose of thismedicinal product contains462.8 mg sodium (found in table salt). Thisis equivalent to 23.14% ofthe adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake forsodium. Talk to your pharmacist or doctor if you needthis medicine on a daily basis for a prolonged period of time, especially if you have beenadvised tohave alow salt diet. This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5 ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions. Ask yourdoctor or pharmacist for advice if you arepregnant 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 ofbenzyl alcohol can build-up in your body and may cause side effects (called “metabolicacidosis”). This medicine contains1.0 mmol (39.06 mg) of potassium per 5 ml. To be takeninto consideration by patients with reduced kidney function orpatients on a controlled potassium diet.
- Youmust contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 7 days. • If anyof the side-effects getsserious, or if you notice any side-effect not listed in this leaflet,please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
Inthis leaflet:
- 1. What isGaviscon Advance andwhat is it used for?
- 2. Before taking this medicine.
- 3. How to take this medicine.
- 4. Possible side effects.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6. Further information.
- 1. What isthis medicine and what is it usedfor?
Gaviscon Advance belongs to a group ofmedicines called "reflux suppressants". This product forms a protectivelayer that floats ontopofthe 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 canalso be usedto relieve the symptoms of conditions such as hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amuscle wall), refluxoesophagitis (inflamed foodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness andother voicedisorders, sore throat andcough associated with reflux. It can also be taken to controlheartburn symptoms which may occur when taking, or following withdrawal of,
-Please also talk toyour doctor or pharmacistifyouneedthisproducton a dailybasisfora prolonged period of time, especially if youhavebeen advised to follow a low salt (sodium) dietorif yousuffer or have suffered fromsignificantkidney or heart disease, as certain salts couldinterfere with thesediseases. Taking other medicines:
Please tell your doctoror pharmacist if youare taking orhave recentlytakenanyother medicines, includingmedicines obtainedwithout prescription. Waitat least 2 hoursbetween takingthis
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medicine and othermedicines suchas tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones(types of antibiotics), iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine (a medication usedto prevent malaria), bisphosphonates(a medication used to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer). Pregnancy and breast-feeding:
Ifyou get anyside effects, talk to your doctor,pharmacistornurse. This includes any possible side effects not listedinthis leaflet. You can alsoreportsideeffects directly via theYellowCard Scheme at:"http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard" orsearchfor MHRA YellowCard in the Google Play orApple AppStore. Byreportingside effects, you can helpprovidemoreinformation onthe safetyof this medicine.
Youcantake this product if you arepregnant orbreast-feeding. As with all medicines, the treatment duration should belimitedas much as possible.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
Importantinformation about some ofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance:
Do not use thisproduct after theexpirydate(EXP: month/year) shown. Keep out ofthesightand reach of children. Do notrefrigerate.
This product contains methyl (E218)and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycause allergic reactions(possibly delayed).
Medicines shouldnot bedisposed of via wastewater orhouseholdwaste. Askyour pharmacist how todispose ofmedicines nolonger required. These measureswill help toprotectthe environment.
Driving andusing machines:
This medicine has no influenceon the ability to drive and use machines.
- 6. Further Information.
- 3.
How to take thismedicine
Each 10ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mgsodiumalginateand 200 mg potassiumhydrogen carbonate as the active ingredients.The other ingredients are calciumcarbonate,carbomer, methyl (E218)and propyl (E216)parahydroxybenzoates, benzyl alcohol (presentin fennel flavour),sodium saccharin, sodium hydroxide, aniseedflavour derived fromfennel andpurifiedwater.This product doesnot containsugar or gluten. Gaviscon Advanceis available inbottlesof 80ml, 100ml, 125ml, 140ml,150ml, 180ml, 200ml,250ml, 300ml, 500ml,560ml or600ml.
Checkthatthecapseal isunbrokenbefore first using this product. Shakewellbeforeuse. Adultsincluding the elderlyand children 12 years and over:5-10 ml(one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and atbedtime.
Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.
If you forget a dose it isnot necessaryto double the dose next time,just carry ontaking as before. If you taketoo much of this product youmay feel bloated and experience some abdominal discomfort. It is unlikely to cause youany harm,butplease consult your doctor or pharmacist ifthis doesn’t go away.
Notall pack sizes may be marketed.
Manufacturer andProductLicence Holder:
Reckitt BenckiserHealthcare (UK) Limited,Hull, HU8 7DS.
If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor.
UKDistributor: Forum Health Products.
- 4.
Possibleside effects.
Date ofpreparation: February 2024.
Very rarely(less than 1 in 10,000 patients) there isachance of anallergic reaction to theingredients. Symptoms ofthis may include skinrash, itching,difficultybreathing,dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.If you experience these orany other side effects stop taking the product and consultyourdoctor immediately.
Gavisconis a trade markofthe Reckitt group.
English TBR2882-D8340705 gaviscon advance aniseed suspension
FOP
60mm 80.5mm
English TBR2687-D8340705
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. 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. Manufacturer and Product Licence holder in the UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0108 UK Only Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group. Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle High in sodium - see leaflet for further information ADVANCE Aniseed Suspension What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogen
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56.5mm
GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension.
awayfromthe liningof the food pipeto relieve the symptoms ofheartburn and acid indigestion. It canalsobe used to relieve the symptoms ofconditionssuchas hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amusclewall),reflux oesophagitis (inflamedfoodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and othervoice disorders,sore throatand cough associated withreflux.Itcan alsobe taken to control heartburnsymptoms which may occur whentaking,or followingwithdrawalof,medication toreduce stomachacid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) orH2 Antagonists. 2. What youneedto knowbefore takingthismedicine. Donot take GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Talk to yourpharmacistor doctorifyouneedthismedicine on adailybasis for aprolongedperiodof time,especiallyif youhave been advisedto havea low saltdiet. Thismedicinecontains 0.525 mgbenzyl alcoholin each 5ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate. Readall ofthis leaflet carefully before you startusing this medicinebecause it contains importantinformationfor you.
Keepthis leaflet. You may need toread it again. • Ask yourpharmacistif you need moreinformation or advice.
Askyourdoctor orpharmacistforadviceifyouare pregnant or breast-feeding.Thisis becauselargeamountsof benzyl alcohol canbuild-up in your bodyandmay causesideeffects (called “metabolic acidosis”).Askyourdoctor orpharmacist for adviceifyou have liveror kidneydisease.Thisisbecause large amounts ofbenzylalcoholcanbuild-upinyourbodyand may cause side effects (called“metabolicacidosis”). Thismedicinecontains 1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper 5 ml. To be taken into considerationbypatientswithreduced kidneyfunctionorpatients onacontrolledpotassiumdiet. -Pleasealso talk to yourdoctoror pharmacistif youneed fouror more dailydoses for aprolongedperiod,especiallyif youhave been advisedto followa lowsalt dietorifyou suffer orhavesufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheart disease,ascertain salts could interferewiththesediseases. Taking other medicines:
- If you get anyside effects, talkto your pharmacist. Thisincludesanypossible side effectsnot listedin this leaflet. Seesection 4.
- You must talk to your doctorif youdo not feelbetteror if you feel worseafter7days
Inthisleaflet:
-Ifyou knowyouare allergic(hypersensitive)toanyofthe ingredientsof inthisproduct (listed in section6 for afull listof ingredients).
- 1. Whatisthis medicine and whatisit used for? 2. Whatyou need toknow beforeyoutakethis medicine.
- 3.
How to take thismedicine.
Warnings andprecautions:
- 4.
Possible sideeffects.
Thismedicinecontains 57.85 mg sodium(main component of cooking/table salt)in each5ml. This isequivalent to2.9% of the recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake of sodiumfor an adult.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6.
Contents ofthe packandother information. 1. What is thismedicine and whatisitusedfor?
Themaximum recommendeddailydose ofthismedicinal product contains 462.8 mgsodium (found in table salt).Thisis equivalent to23.14% oftheadult recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
GavisconAdvance Aniseed Suspension belongs to agroup ofmedicinescalled‘reflux suppressants’. This productforms a protectivelayer that floatson topof the stomachcontents. Thislayerprevents refluxandkeeps the stomach contents
Please tell your doctor or pharmacistif you aretakingor have recently takenanyothermedicines,including medicines obtained without prescriptionWait
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atleast2 hoursbetween takingthis medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines,fluoroquinolones (typesof antibiotics),iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine(a medication used toprevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used totreat osteoporosis) andestramustine (amedication totreatprostatecancer).
youforgeta dose it isnot necessary to double thedose next time, just carry on taking as before. If youtaketoo much ofthis product you may feel bloatedand experience someabdominal discomfort.Itis unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if thisdoesn’t go away. If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor. 4.Possiblesideeffects
Do not refrigerate.
Medicinesshould not bedisposed ofvia wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist howto disposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protect the environment.
- 6. Contentsofthe packand otherinformation
Pregnancy andbreast-feeding:
Each10 mlof oralsuspensioncontains 1000mg sodium alginateand200mgpotassiumhydrogencarbonateas the activeingredients.The otheringredientsarecalcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218)andpropyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates,benzylalcohol(presentinfennel flavour),sodium saccharin,sodium hydroxide,aniseed flavourderivedfromfenneland purified water. This product doesnotcontainsugaror gluten.this medicineis available in bottles of 80ml,100ml,125ml,140ml, 150ml,180ml, 200ml, 250ml,300ml, 500ml,560mlor600ml
Youcan takethisproduct ifyouare pregnantor breast-feeding.As withall medicines,the treatmentduration should belimitedas much as possible.
Veryrarely (lessthan 1in10,000patients) thereisachanceof an allergic reactionto the ingredients.Symptomsof thismay includeskinrash, itching, difficultybreathing,dizziness or swellingof the face,lips,tongueor throat.Ifyou experience theseor any other sideeffectsstop taking the product and consultyour doctorimmediately.If you getany side effects, talk toyour doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Thisincludesany possiblesideeffectsnot listedinthisleaflet.You canalso report side effectsdirectly via theYellow CardSchemeat: "http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard"or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the GooglePlay or AppleApp Store. By reporting sideeffects, youcanhelp provide moreinformation on thesafetyof thismedicine.
Important information about someofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Thisproduct containsmethyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycauseallergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Drivingand using machines:
Thismedicinehasno influence on the ability todriveanduse machines.
Notall packsizesmaybe marketed.
ManufacturerandProductLicence Holder:
3.Howto takethis medicine
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK)Limited,
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
Hull,HU8 7DS.
Dateofpreparation:October2023.
5.Howto store this medicine
Gaviscon is atrade markofthe Reckitt group.
Donot use thisproduct after the expirydate
(EXP: month/year)shown.Keep out ofthe sight and reachof children.
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Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. 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. Manufacturer and Product Licence holder in the UK: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0108 UK Only Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group. Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle High in sodium - see leaflet for further information ADVANCE Aniseed Suspension What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. Sodium alginate Potassium hydrogen
Peel here. Do not remove. 500ml Extra Strength Formula 0000000 |
56.5mm
GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension.
awayfromthe liningof the food pipeto relieve the symptoms ofheartburn and acid indigestion. It canalsobe used to relieve the symptoms ofconditionssuchas hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amusclewall),reflux oesophagitis (inflamedfoodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and othervoice disorders,sore throatand cough associated withreflux.Itcan alsobe taken to control heartburnsymptoms which may occur whentaking,or followingwithdrawalof,medication toreduce stomachacid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) orH2 Antagonists. 2. What youneedto knowbefore takingthismedicine. Donot take GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Talk to yourpharmacistor doctorifyouneedthismedicine on adailybasis for aprolongedperiodof time,especiallyif youhave been advisedto havea low saltdiet. Thismedicinecontains 0.525 mgbenzyl alcoholin each 5ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate. Readall ofthis leaflet carefully before you startusing this medicinebecause it contains importantinformationfor you.
Keepthis leaflet. You may need toread it again. • Ask yourpharmacistif you need moreinformation or advice.
Askyourdoctor orpharmacistforadviceifyouare pregnant or breast-feeding.Thisis becauselargeamountsof benzyl alcohol canbuild-up in your bodyandmay causesideeffects (called “metabolic acidosis”).Askyourdoctor orpharmacist for adviceifyou have liveror kidneydisease.Thisisbecause large amounts ofbenzylalcoholcanbuild-upinyourbodyand may cause side effects (called“metabolicacidosis”). Thismedicinecontains 1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper 5 ml. To be taken into considerationbypatientswithreduced kidneyfunctionorpatients onacontrolledpotassiumdiet. -Pleasealso talk to yourdoctoror pharmacistif youneed fouror more dailydoses for aprolongedperiod,especiallyif youhave been advisedto followa lowsalt dietorifyou suffer orhavesufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheart disease,ascertain salts could interferewiththesediseases. Taking other medicines:
- If you get anyside effects, talkto your pharmacist. Thisincludesanypossible side effectsnot listedin this leaflet. Seesection 4.
- You must talk to your doctorif youdo not feelbetteror if you feel worseafter7days
Inthisleaflet:
-Ifyou knowyouare allergic(hypersensitive)toanyofthe ingredientsof inthisproduct (listed in section6 for afull listof ingredients).
- 1. Whatisthis medicine and whatisit used for? 2. Whatyou need toknow beforeyoutakethis medicine.
- 3.
How to take thismedicine.
Warnings andprecautions:
- 4.
Possible sideeffects.
Thismedicinecontains 57.85 mg sodium(main component of cooking/table salt)in each5ml. This isequivalent to2.9% of the recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake of sodiumfor an adult.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6.
Contents ofthe packandother information. 1. What is thismedicine and whatisitusedfor?
Themaximum recommendeddailydose ofthismedicinal product contains 462.8 mgsodium (found in table salt).Thisis equivalent to23.14% oftheadult recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
GavisconAdvance Aniseed Suspension belongs to agroup ofmedicinescalled‘reflux suppressants’. This productforms a protectivelayer that floatson topof the stomachcontents. Thislayerprevents refluxandkeeps the stomach contents
Please tell your doctor or pharmacistif you aretakingor have recently takenanyothermedicines,including medicines obtained without prescriptionWait
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atleast2 hoursbetween takingthis medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines,fluoroquinolones (typesof antibiotics),iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine(a medication used toprevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used totreat osteoporosis) andestramustine (amedication totreatprostatecancer).
youforgeta dose it isnot necessary to double thedose next time, just carry on taking as before. If youtaketoo much ofthis product you may feel bloatedand experience someabdominal discomfort.Itis unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if thisdoesn’t go away. If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor. 4.Possiblesideeffects
Do not refrigerate.
Medicinesshould not bedisposed ofvia wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist howto disposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protect the environment.
- 6. Contentsofthe packand otherinformation
Pregnancy andbreast-feeding:
Each10 mlof oralsuspensioncontains 1000mg sodium alginateand200mgpotassiumhydrogencarbonateas the activeingredients.The otheringredientsarecalcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218)andpropyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates,benzylalcohol(presentinfennel flavour),sodium saccharin,sodium hydroxide,aniseed flavourderivedfromfenneland purified water. This product doesnotcontainsugaror gluten.this medicineis available in bottles of 80ml,100ml,125ml,140ml, 150ml,180ml, 200ml, 250ml,300ml, 500ml,560mlor600ml
Youcan takethisproduct ifyouare pregnantor breast-feeding.As withall medicines,the treatmentduration should belimitedas much as possible.
Veryrarely (lessthan 1in10,000patients) thereisachanceof an allergic reactionto the ingredients.Symptomsof thismay includeskinrash, itching, difficultybreathing,dizziness or swellingof the face,lips,tongueor throat.Ifyou experience theseor any other sideeffectsstop taking the product and consultyour doctorimmediately.If you getany side effects, talk toyour doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Thisincludesany possiblesideeffectsnot listedinthisleaflet.You canalso report side effectsdirectly via theYellow CardSchemeat: "http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard"or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the GooglePlay or AppleApp Store. By reporting sideeffects, youcanhelp provide moreinformation on thesafetyof thismedicine.
Important information about someofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Thisproduct containsmethyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycauseallergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Drivingand using machines:
Thismedicinehasno influence on the ability todriveanduse machines.
Notall packsizesmaybe marketed.
ManufacturerandProductLicence Holder:
3.Howto takethis medicine
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK)Limited,
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
Hull,HU8 7DS.
Dateofpreparation:October2023.
5.Howto store this medicine
Gaviscon is atrade markofthe Reckitt group.
Donot use thisproduct after the expirydate
(EXP: month/year)shown.Keep out ofthe sight and reachof children.
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7.5mm 2mm
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Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product. PL holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0108 UK Only Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group. Do not refrigerate. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year shown). Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle. What is this product? Each 10 ml contains sodium alginate 1000 mg and potassium hydrogen carbonate 200 mg. Peel here. Do not remove.
600ml Extra Strength Formula 0000000 |
GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate. Readall ofthis leaflet carefully before you startusing this medicinebecause it contains importantinformationfor you.
- Keepthis leaflet. You may need toread it again. • Ask yourpharmacistif you need moreinformation or advice.
- If you get anyside effects, talkto your pharmacist. Thisincludesanypossible side effectsnot listedin this leaflet. Seesection 4.
- You must talk to your doctorif youdo not feelbetteror if you feel worseafter7days.
Inthisleaflet:
- 1. Whatisthis medicine and whatisit used for? 2. Whatyou need toknow beforeyoutakethis medicine.
- 3. How to take thismedicine.
- 4. Possible sideeffects.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6. Contents ofthe packandother information. 1. What is thismedicine and whatisitusedfor?
GavisconAdvance Aniseed Suspension belongs to agroup ofmedicinescalled‘reflux suppressants’. This productforms a protectivelayer that floatson topof the stomachcontents. Thislayerprevents refluxandkeeps the stomach contents
awayfromthe liningof the food pipeto relieve the symptoms ofheartburn and acid indigestion. It canalsobe used to relieve the symptoms ofconditionssuchas hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amusclewall),reflux oesophagitis (inflamedfoodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and othervoice disorders,sore throatand cough associated withreflux.Itcan alsobe taken to control heartburnsymptoms which may occur whentaking,or followingwithdrawalof,medication toreduce stomachacid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) orH2 Antagonists. 2. What youneedto knowbefore takingthismedicine. Donot take GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
-Ifyou knowyouare allergic(hypersensitive)toanyofthe ingredientsof inthisproduct (see section6 for afulllistof ingredients).
Warnings andprecautions:
Thismedicinecontains 57.85 mg sodium(main component of cooking/table salt)in each5ml. This isequivalent to2.9%of the recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake of sodiumfor an adult.
Themaximum recommendeddailydose ofthismedicinal product contains 462.8 mgsodium (found in table salt).Thisis equivalent to23.14%of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
Talk to yourpharmacistor doctorifyouneedthismedicine on adailybasis for aprolongedperiodof time,especiallyif youhave been advisedto havea low saltdiet. Thismedicinecontains 0.525 mgbenzyl alcoholin each 5ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Askyourdoctor orpharmacistforadviceifyouare pregnant or breast-feeding.Thisis becauselargeamountsof benzyl alcohol canbuild-up in your bodyandmay causesideeffects (called “metabolic acidosis”).Askyourdoctor orpharmacist for adviceifyou have liveror kidneydisease.Thisisbecause large amounts ofbenzylalcoholcanbuild-upinyourbodyand may cause side effects (called“metabolicacidosis”). Thismedicinecontains 1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper 5 ml. To be taken into considerationbypatientswithreduced kidneyfunctionorpatients onacontrolledpotassiumdiet. -Pleasealso talk to yourdoctoror pharmacistif youneed fouror more dailydoses for aprolongedperiod,especiallyif youhave been advisedto followa lowsalt dietorifyou suffer orhavesufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheart disease,ascertain salts could interferewiththesediseases. Taking other medicines:
Please tell your doctor or pharmacistif you aretakingor have recently takenanyothermedicines,including medicines obtained without prescription.Wait
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atleast2 hoursbetween takingthis medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines,fluoroquinolones (typesof antibiotics),iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine(a medication used toprevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used totreat osteoporosis) andestramustine (amedication totreatprostatecancer). Pregnancy andbreast-feeding: Youcan takethisproduct ifyouare pregnantor breast-feeding.As withall medicines,the treatmentduration should belimitedas much as possible. Important information about someofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension: Thisproduct containsmethyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycauseallergic reactions (possibly delayed). Drivingand using machines: Thismedicinehasno influence on the ability todriveanduse machines. 3.Howto takethis 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 | youforgeta dose it isnot necessary to double thedose next time, just carry on taking as before. If youtaketoo much ofthis product you may feel bloatedand experience someabdominal discomfort.Itis unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if thisdoesn’t go away. If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor. 4.Possiblesideeffects. Veryrarely (lessthan 1in10,000patients) thereisachanceof an allergic reactionto the ingredients.Symptomsof thismay includeskinrash, itching, difficultybreathing,dizziness or swellingof the face,lips,tongueor throat.Ifyou experience theseor any other sideeffectsstop taking the product and consultyour doctorimmediately.If you getany side effects, talk toyour doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Thisincludesany possiblesideeffectsnot listedinthisleaflet.You canalso report side effectsdirectly via theYellow CardSchemeat: "http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard"or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the GooglePlay or AppleApp Store. By reporting sideeffects, youcanhelp provide moreinformation on thesafetyof thismedicine. 5.Howto store this medicine. Donot use thisproduct after the expirydate (EXP: month/year)shown.Keep out ofthe sight and reachof children. | Do not refrigerate. Medicinesshould not bedisposed ofvia wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist howto disposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protect the environment. 6.Contentsof thepackandother information. Each10 mlof oralsuspensioncontains 1000mg sodium alginateand200mgpotassiumhydrogencarbonateas the activeingredients.The otheringredientsarecalcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218)andpropyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates,benzylalcohol(presentinfennel flavour),sodium saccharin,sodium hydroxide,aniseed flavourderivedfromfenneland purified water. This product doesnotcontainsugaror gluten.This medicineisavailable in bottles of 80ml,100ml,125ml,140ml, 150ml,180ml, 200ml, 250ml,300ml, 500ml,560mlor600ml. Notall packsizesmaybe marketed. ManufacturerandProductLicence Holder: Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK)Limited, Hull,HU8 7DS. Dateofpreparation:February 2024. Gaviscon is atrade markofthe Reckitt group. 0000000 |
English TBR2743-D8340705
Check that the cap seal is unbroken before first using this product.
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.
PL holder:
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd., Hull, HU8 7DS. PL 00063/0108 UK Only
Gaviscon is a trade mark of the Reckitt group.
Do not refrigerate.
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this product after the expiry date
(EXP: month/year shown).
High in sodium - see leaflet for further information.
Glass bottle, handle with care. Do not drink directly from the bottle.
ADVANCE
Aniseed Suspension
What is this product?
Each 10 ml contains
sodium alginate 1000 mg
and potassium hydrogen
carbonate 200 mg.
Sodium alginate
Acid reflux symptoms
Potassium hydrogen
carbonate
Heartburn
& Indigestion
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600ml
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GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension.
awayfromthe liningof the food pipeto relieve the symptoms ofheartburn and acid indigestion. It canalsobe used to relieve the symptoms ofconditionssuchas hiatus hernia (protrusion of muscle through amusclewall),reflux oesophagitis (inflamedfoodpipe) and symptoms of hoarseness and othervoice disorders,sore throatand cough associated withreflux.Itcan alsobe taken to control heartburnsymptoms which may occur whentaking,or followingwithdrawalof,medication toreduce stomachacid such as Proton Pump Inhibitors (PPI's) orH2 Antagonists. 2. What youneedto knowbefore takingthismedicine. Donot take GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Talk to yourpharmacistor doctorifyouneedthismedicine on adailybasis for aprolongedperiodof time,especiallyif youhave been advisedto havea low saltdiet. Thismedicinecontains 0.525 mgbenzyl alcoholin each 5ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
Sodium alginate and potassium hydrogen carbonate. Readall ofthis leaflet carefully before you startusing this medicinebecause it contains importantinformationfor you.
Keepthis leaflet. You may need toread it again. • Ask yourpharmacistif you need moreinformation or advice.
Askyourdoctor orpharmacistforadviceifyouare pregnant or breast-feeding.Thisis becauselargeamountsof benzyl alcohol canbuild-up in your bodyandmay causesideeffects (called “metabolic acidosis”).Askyourdoctor orpharmacist for adviceifyou have liveror kidneydisease.Thisisbecause large amounts ofbenzylalcoholcanbuild-upinyourbodyand may cause side effects (called“metabolicacidosis”). Thismedicinecontains 1.0mmol(39.06mg) ofpotassiumper 5 ml. To be taken into considerationbypatientswithreduced kidneyfunctionorpatients onacontrolledpotassiumdiet. -Pleasealso talk to yourdoctoror pharmacistif youneed fouror more dailydoses for aprolongedperiod,especiallyif youhave been advisedto followa lowsalt dietorifyou suffer orhavesufferedfromsignificantkidneyorheart disease,ascertain salts could interferewiththesediseases. Taking other medicines:
- If you get anyside effects, talkto your pharmacist. Thisincludesanypossible side effectsnot listedin this leaflet. Seesection 4.
- You must talk to your doctorif youdo not feelbetteror if you feel worseafter7days.
Inthisleaflet:
-Ifyou knowyouare allergic(hypersensitive)toanyofthe ingredientsof inthisproduct (see section6 for afulllistof ingredients).
- 1. Whatisthis medicine and whatisit used for? 2. Whatyou need toknow beforeyoutakethis medicine.
- 3.
How to take thismedicine.
Warnings andprecautions:
- 4.
Possible sideeffects.
Thismedicinecontains 57.85 mg sodium(main component of cooking/table salt)in each5ml. This isequivalent to2.9%of the recommendedmaximum daily dietary intake of sodiumfor an adult.
- 5. How to store this medicine.
- 6.
Contents ofthe packandother information. 1. What is thismedicine and whatisitusedfor?
Themaximum recommendeddailydose ofthismedicinal product contains 462.8 mgsodium (found in table salt).Thisis equivalent to23.14%of the adult recommended maximum daily dietary intake for sodium.
GavisconAdvance Aniseed Suspension belongs to agroup ofmedicinescalled‘reflux suppressants’. This productforms a protectivelayer that floatson topof the stomachcontents. Thislayerprevents refluxandkeeps the stomach contents
Please tell your doctor or pharmacistif you aretakingor have recently takenanyothermedicines,including medicines obtained without prescription.Wait
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atleast2 hoursbetween takingthis medicine and other medicines such as tetracyclines,fluoroquinolones (typesof antibiotics),iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine(a medication used toprevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication used totreat osteoporosis) andestramustine (amedication totreatprostatecancer).
youforgeta dose it isnot necessary to double thedose next time, just carry on taking as before. If youtaketoo much ofthis product you may feel bloatedand experience someabdominal discomfort.Itis unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist if thisdoesn’t go away. If symptomspersist after 7 days consultyour doctor. 4.Possiblesideeffects.
Do not refrigerate.
Medicinesshould not bedisposed ofvia wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist howto disposeof medicinesnolongerrequired. Thesemeasureswillhelpto protect the environment.
6.Contentsof thepackandother information.
Pregnancy andbreast-feeding:
Each10 mlof oralsuspensioncontains 1000mg sodium alginateand200mgpotassiumhydrogencarbonateas the activeingredients.The otheringredientsarecalcium carbonate, carbomer, methyl (E218)andpropyl(E216) parahydroxybenzoates,benzylalcohol(presentinfennel flavour),sodium saccharin,sodium hydroxide,aniseed flavourderivedfromfenneland purified water. This product doesnotcontainsugaror gluten.This medicineisavailable in bottles of 80ml,100ml,125ml,140ml, 150ml,180ml, 200ml, 250ml,300ml, 500ml,560mlor600ml.
Youcan takethisproduct ifyouare pregnantor breast-feeding.As withall medicines,the treatmentduration should belimitedas much as possible.
Veryrarely (lessthan 1in10,000patients) thereisachanceof an allergic reactionto the ingredients.Symptomsof thismay includeskinrash, itching, difficultybreathing,dizziness or swellingof the face,lips,tongueor throat.Ifyou experience theseor any other sideeffectsstop taking the product and consultyour doctorimmediately.If you getany side effects, talk toyour doctor, pharmacist or nurse. Thisincludesany possiblesideeffectsnot listedinthisleaflet.You canalso report side effectsdirectly via theYellow CardSchemeat: "http://www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard"or search for MHRA Yellow Card in the GooglePlay or AppleApp Store. By reporting sideeffects, youcanhelp provide moreinformation on thesafetyof thismedicine.
Important information about someofthe ingredients of GavisconAdvance AniseedSuspension:
Thisproduct containsmethyl (E218) and propyl (E216) para-hydroxybenzoates which maycauseallergic reactions (possibly delayed).
Drivingand using machines:
Thismedicinehasno influence on the ability todriveanduse machines.
Notall packsizesmaybe marketed.
ManufacturerandProductLicence Holder:
3.Howto takethis medicine.
Reckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK)Limited,
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
Hull,HU8 7DS.
Dateofpreparation:February 2024.
5.Howto store this medicine.
Gaviscon is atrade markofthe Reckitt group.
Donot use thisproduct after the expirydate
(EXP: month/year)shown.Keep out ofthe sight and reachof children.
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