Gaviscon single-dose packets provide fast relief from the pain and discomfort caused by heartburn and acid reflux.
This medication is intended to relieve your stomach discomfort.
For warnings, precautions, and contraindications, please refer to the package insert for GAVISCON 24 Sugar-Free Single-Dose Sachets for Heartburn.
Gaviscon 24 Sugar-Free Single-Dose Sachets (10 ml) is your protective shield against the unpleasant and painful symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux. Imagine a world where you can savor every bite without fear of suffering afterward. It’s no longer a dream—it’s a reality thanks to Gaviscon.
Designed for those seeking a quick solution without compromising their diet, this product is completely sugar-free. Gaviscon’s unique formula works in just a few minutes, providing immediate and long-lasting relief. Because your well-being shouldn’t be an afterthought, we’ve developed a product that’s right for you.
With its convenient 10-ml single-dose packets, Gaviscon slips easily into your purse, briefcase, or pocket. You no longer have to worry about carrying a large, bulky bottle or measuring out doses. One sachet is all it takes to feel refreshed and ready to take on the world.
Gaviscon single-dose packets provide rapid relief from the pain and discomfort caused by heartburn, acid reflux, and sour belching.
This medication is intended to relieve your stomach discomfort.
Intended for adults and children over 12 years of age, Gaviscon belongs to the class of locally acting antacids and can be used during pregnancy, after meals, or to relieve esophagitis.
It treats symptoms ofgastroesophageal refluxsuch asheartburn,acid reflux(pyrosis), andindigestion(related to reflux).
Upon contact with acidic stomach fluid, Gaviscon Oral Suspension exhibits three properties:
If symptoms persist despite using Gaviscon at a high dose, we recommend the medicationNexium Control esomeprazole 20 mg (Nexium without a prescription)for a one- to two-week course of treatment.
Gaviscon Single-Dose Sachets provide fast relief from the pain and discomfort caused by heartburn and acid reflux. This medication is specially formulated to effectively relieve your stomach discomfort and help you regain optimal digestive comfort.
Heartburn and acid reflux can be extremely uncomfortable, causing a burning sensation and pain in the abdominal area. Gaviscon Single-Dose Pouches act quickly to neutralize excess stomach acid, thereby relieving unpleasant symptoms and providing immediate relief. By forming a protective barrier on the stomach lining, this medication helps prevent heartburn and acid reflux, allowing you to regain optimal digestive comfort.
Acid reflux and belching can be both bothersome and unpleasant, disrupting your daily digestive comfort. Gaviscon Single-Dose Sachets help neutralize stomach acid, thereby reducing frequent acid reflux and belching. By forming a protective barrier in the esophagus, this medication prevents acid reflux and allows you to fully enjoy your meals without worrying about unwanted symptoms.
Gaviscon Single-Dose Pouches come in a convenient single-dose pouch format, ideal for daily use at home or on the go. Each single-dose packet contains the perfect amount of medication for effective relief from your stomach discomfort. With Gaviscon Single-Dose Packets, you can treat your gastrointestinal discomfort quickly and effectively, no matter where you are.
Are you looking for fast, sugar-free relief from heartburn? Try Gaviscon in 10-ml single-dose packets. Easy to take with you, effective in minutes.
Take 1 Gaviscon sachet 3 times a day after main meals and, if needed, at bedtime. This dosage may be doubled in cases of severe reflux or esophageal inflammation.
If you are taking other medications, take them at least 2 hours apart from Gaviscon
Oral use
Read the Gaviscon packet insert carefully
Sodium alginate 500 mg, sodium bicarbonate 267 mg per 10-mL single-dose packet.
Inactive ingredients: calcium carbonate, carbomer (974P), sodium saccharin, natural mint flavor, sodium hydroxide, purified water. Preservatives: methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218) and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216).
Excipients with known effects: sodium salts, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), and propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216).
Box of 24 sachets, each containing 10 mL.
Please note: This medication is not like other products. Read the Gaviscon sachet package insert carefully before ordering. Keep medications out of the reach of children. If symptoms persist, consult your doctor or pharmacist. Be aware of potential interactions with your current medications.
1. How should Gaviscon Single-Dose Sachets be taken? Dissolve the contents of one single-dose sachet in a glass of water and drink it immediately after meals or when symptoms occur. Do not exceed the recommended dose, and consult a doctor if symptoms persist.
2. Is Gaviscon Single-Dose Sachets suitable for children? Gaviscon Single-Dose Sachets is specifically formulated for adults. For children, please consult a doctor for appropriate recommendations.
3. How long does it take to feel the effects of Gaviscon Single-Dose Pouches? The effects of Gaviscon Single-Dose Pouches are generally felt quickly, often within a few minutes after taking it. However, results may vary from person to person. If symptoms persist, consult a doctor.
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NOTICE
ANSM - Last updated: 10/05/2017
Description of the Medicine
GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet
Sodium Alginate / Sodium Bicarbonate
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Please read this leaflet carefully before you start taking this medicine. It contains important information for your treatment.
If you have any further questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
AT· Keep this leaflet, you may need to read it again.
AT· If you need more information and advice, ask your pharmacist.
AT· If symptoms worsen or persist, consult a physician.
AT· If you notice any side effects not listed in this leaflet, or if you notice any of the side effects listed as severe, please inform your doctor or pharmacist.
Summary sheet
In this notice :
1. WHAT IS GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachets AND WHAT CASES IS IT USED FOR?
2. BEFORE YOU USE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachets?
3. HOW TO USE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet?
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
5. HOW TO STORE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet?
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
1. WHAT IS GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachets AND WHAT CASES IS IT USED FOR?
Pharmacotherapeutic group
OTHER MEDICINAL PRODUCTS FOR PEPTIC ULCER AND GASTRO-ESOPHAGEAL REFLUX (GERD).
Therapeutic Indications
This medication is indicated in the treatment of gastroesophageal reflux disease which results in burning of the stomach (pyrosis), acid ascites or referrals and heartburn.
2. BEFORE YOU USE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachets?
List of information needed before taking the medication
Not applicable.
Cons-indications
Never take GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachets:
AT· if you are allergic to any of the active ingredients or any of the excipients contained in this medication, listed in section 6.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, IT IS ESSENTIAL TO ASK THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST.
Employment precautions; special warnings
Warnings and Precautions
This medication contains propyl parahydroxybenzoate and parahydroxybenzoate and may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed)
Please consult your doctor before taking this medication if you have been advised to follow a diet low in sodium especially if you suffer from cardiac insufficiency.
This medicine contains sodium. This medicine contains 145 mg sodium per sachet. To be taken into account in patients controlling their sodium dietary intake. This medication contains calcium. Each sachet contains 160 mg of calcium carbonate. Precautions should be taken in patients suffering from or suffering from a serious renal disease.
IN CASE OF DOUBT, DO NOT HESITATE TO REQUEST THE ADVICE OF YOUR DOCTOR OR YOUR PHARMACIST
Interactions with other medicines
Other medicines and GAVISCON oral suspension in sachet
As a precaution, the 2-hour catch between GAVISCON and another medicinal product should be shortened.
Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken or could take any other medicines.
Interactions with food and beverages
Not applicable.
Interactions with phytotherapeutic products or alternative therapies
Not applicable.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy and breast feeding
GAVISCON can be used during pregnancy and breast-feeding
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or plan a pregnancy, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medication.
Sport
Not applicable.
Effects on ability to drive or use machines
Driving and using machines
This medication has no or negligible effect on the ability to drive and use machines.
List of excipients with known effect
GAVISCON oral suspension in sachet contains methylated parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216) and sodium. See "Warnings and Precautions for Use".
3. HOW TO USE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet?
Instructions for proper use
Not applicable.
Dosage, Mode and / or Route (s) of Administration, Administration Frequency and Duration of Treatment
Dosage
1 sachet 3 times a day after the 3 main meals and possibly in the evening at bedtime.
This dosage may be doubled in severe oesophageal reflux or inflammation.
Method and route of administration
This medication should be taken orally. Mix well before opening.
Frequency and Timing at which the Medication is to be Administered
This medication should be taken after meals.
Symptoms and Instructions for Overdose
If you take more GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet than you should have:
You may feel bloated. It is unlikely that this will have any harmful consequences for your health, however if symptoms persist consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Instructions for omission of one or more doses
If you forget to take GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet:
Do not take a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Risk of withdrawal syndrome
Not applicable.
4. WHAT ARE POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS?
Description of undesirable effects
Like all medicines, this medication is likely to have undesirable effects, although not everyone is subject to it.
Very rare (less than 1 case per 10,000 patients): an allergic reaction to the components may occur. Symptoms may include skin rash, stomach upset, difficulty breathing, dizziness or swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
If any of these symptoms or other undesirable effects appear, stop treatment immediately and consult your doctor.
Declaration of side effects
If you experience any undesirable effects, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. This also applies to any undesirable effects not mentioned in this leaflet. You can also report undesirable effects directly via the national reporting system: National Agency for the Safety of Medicines and Health Products (NSAH) and network of Pharmacovigilance Regional Centers
By reporting undesirable effects, you are helping to provide more information about the safety of the drug.
5. HOW TO STORE GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet?
Keep out of the reach and sight of children
Date of filing
Do not use this medication after the expiration date stated on the outer package after EXP. The redemption date refers to the last day of that month.
Storage conditions
Keep at a temperature not exceeding 25 ° C.
If necessary, warnings against some visible signs of deterioration
Do not throw any medicines into the sewer or into the household garbage. Ask your pharmacist to discontinue the medications you are no longer using. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Full list of active substances and excipients
What GAVISCON contains, oral suspension in sachet
AT· The active substances are:
Sodium alginate ............................................... .................................................. .......................... 500 mg
Sodium bicarbonate ............................................... .................................................. 267 mg
For a bag
AT· The other components are:
Calcium carbonate, 974P carbomer, sodium saccharine, natural mint flavor, sodium hydroxide, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), purified water.
Pharmaceutical form and content
Aspect of GAVISCON, oral suspension in sachet and contents of outer packaging
This medication is in the form of a drinkable suspension in a sachet.
This medication is available in 20, 24 or 48 sachets.
Not all presentations may be marketed.
Name and address of the marketing authorization holder and the holder of the manufacturing authorization responsible for the release of the lots, if different
Holder
RECKITT BENCKISER HEALTHCARE
Dansom lane
HU8 7DS Â- Hull
UK
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RECKITT BENCKISER HEALTHCARE France
38 RUE VICTOR BASCH
CS 11018
91305 MASSY CEDEX
Maker
RECKITT BENCKISER HEALTHCARE (UK) LTD
The
HU8 7DS HULL
UK
Names of medicines in the Member States of the European Economic Area
Not applicable
Date of approval of the notice
The last date on which this notice was revised is <{MM / YYYY}> <{month YYYY}.
AMM under exceptional circumstances
Not applicable
Internet Information
Detailed information on this medicinal product can be found on the website of the ANSM (France).
Information for health professionals
Not applicable
Other
SANITARY EDUCATION COUNCILS
STOMACH ACHE
ANTIACIDE ONLY
This medication is intended to relieve your stomach ache.
Burns, heartburn, acid reflux may be due to dietary changes (acidic or spicy foods, alcoholic beverages ...) or to the intake of certain medications (aspirin, anti-inflammatories ...). Do not hesitate to talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
In order to limit the occurrence of symptoms, respect as much as possible the following hygiene rules:
AT· Avoid tobacco and limit alcohol consumption,
AT· Avoid abundant meals and high in fat,
AT· eat slowly,
AT· Avoid certain foods such as chocolate, spices, peppers, citrus juices, soft drinks,
AT· vary your diet,
AT· normalize your weight,
AT· Avoid the practice of a major effort just after the meal.
Anti-reflux, antacid
sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate
. Presentations . Composition . Indications . Contraindications . Warning . Drug interactions . Pregnancy and breastfeeding . Directions for use and dosage . Advice . Undesirable effects . Lexicon
GAVISCON MENTHE: chewable tablet (cream, mint); box of 20.
Refunded at 15%. - price: Â 1,57 euro (s).
GAVISCON: oral suspension (cream, mint flavoring); box of 24 sachets of 10 ml.
Refunded at 15%. - price: Â 1,87 euro (s).
GAVISCON: oral suspension (pink, fennel); 250 ml bottle.
Refunded at 15%. - price: Â 1,53 euro (s).
GAVISCON Infant: oral suspension (cream, arms: banana, fennel); 150 ml bottle with graduated pipette in ml.
Refunded at 65%. - price: Â 2,09 euro (s).
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| AT | p cp | p sachet |
| Sodium alginate | 500 mg | 500 mg |
| Sodium bicarbonate | 267 mg | 267 mg |
| or Sodium | 123 mg | 145 mg |
| Calcium Carbonate | 160 mg | 160 mg |
| Aspartam |  + | AT |
| AT | pc to c | p ml |
| Sodium alginate | 250 mg | 50 mg |
| Sodium bicarbonate | 133.5 mg | 26 mg |
| or Sodium | 72.5 mg | 14 mg |
| Calcium Carbonate | 80 mg | Â + |
Usual dosage:
Tablet:
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