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What Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension is and what it is used for
Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called ‘reflux suppressants’ which form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents to prevent stomach acid escaping from the stomach where it works into the food pipe causing pain and discomfort. Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension is used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion, which may occur, for example, following meals or during pregnancy.
Before using Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension
Do not take this product if:
You know you are allergic to any of the ingredients as very rarely difficulty in breathing and skin rashes have occurred (see further information for a full list of ingredients).
Take special care before treatment with Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension
This medicine contains small amounts of sodium (6 mmol per 10 ml). If you have been advised to follow a low sodium (salt) diet ask your doctor before taking this product. Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension contains ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), and butyl parahydroxybenzoate which may cause an allergic reaction (possibly delayed). Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension may be used during pregnancy and breast-feeding.
Taking other medicines
Do not take this product within two hours of taking other medicines by mouth as it can interfere with the action of some other medicines. This is especially important if you are taking antibiotics (tetracyclines and quinolones such as norfloxacin), iron preparation, antifungals such as ketoconazole, digoxin and beta blockers (for heart conditions), penicillamine (for rheumatoid arthritis), glucocorticoid (for inflammatory and autoimmune disorders), neuroleptics (for mental illness), thyroid hormones, chloroquine (for malaria), estramustine (for prostate cancer) and bisphosphonates (for osteoporosis).
How to take Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension
To be taken by mouth, after meals and at bedtime. Shake bottle well before use.
Adults and children over 12 years: Take 10-20 ml (two to four 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
Children 6 to 12 years: Take 5-10 ml (one to two 5 ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.
Children under 6 years: Not recommended.
If you take too much of this product you may feel bloated. It is unlikely to cause any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist. If you forget a dose it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before. After taking Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension:
If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
Possible Side effects
Very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 patients treated) an allergic reaction to the ingredients may occur. Symptoms of this may include skin rash, difficulty in breathing, dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat. Reporting of side effects: If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard. By reporting side effects you can help provide
more information on the safety of this medicine.
How to store Healthpoint Heartburn & Indigestion Oral Suspension Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use after the expiry date shown on the pack (EXP month/year). Do not store above 25°C. Do not refrigerate.
Further information
Each 5 ml of this medicine contains 133.5 mg Sodium Bicarbonate, 250 mg Sodium Alginate, 80 mg Calcium Carbonate. It also contains carbomer, sodium hydroxide, saccharin sodium, ethyl parahydroxybenzoate (E214), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), butyl parahydroxybenzoate, isopropyl alcohol, peppermint oil and purified water.
MA Holder and Manufacturer
Pinewood Laboratories Ltd., Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, Ireland Revision date: 07/2017
Keep out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not store above 25°C. Do not
refrigerate.
MA Holder and Manufacturer:
Pinewood Laboratories Ltd.,
Ballymacarbry, Clonmel,
Co. Tipperary, Ireland.
PL 04917/0027
Distributed by:
Healthpoint Ltd England,
FY2 0JN www.healthpointltd.co.uk
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