Gaviscon Forte Oral Suspension, 12 Envelopes

Gaviscon Forte is a medicine in the form of oral suspension sachets used to treat the symptoms of hyperacidity and heartburn caused by gastric reflux. Gaviscon Forte has a mechanism of action that works by forming a protective barrier around the stomach, preventing gastric reflux and soothing heartburn.

It comes in a convenient pack containing 12 sachets of oral suspension.

This medicine is intended for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. Pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers can take it according to their doctor's instructions.

The recommended dose of Gaviscon Forte for adults and adolescents over 12 years of age is 1 or 2 sachets together, 1 hour after eating and before going to bed.

In no case should the maximum recommended dose be exceeded.

Do not use Gaviscon Forte:

• In children under 12 years of age.
• In case of allergy to calcium carbonate, sodium hydrogencarbonate (bicarbonate), sodium alginate or any of the excipients present in this medicinal product.
• In patients with severe renal insufficiency or kidney stone problems.
• In patients with high levels of calcium in blood or urine.
• In case of high blood calcium levels or low blood phosphate levels.

Gaviscon Forte may cause side effects, as with all medicines on the market. This does not mean that all patients will suffer from them, although in this case they have been observed:

• Allergic reactions, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, mouth or throat and anaphylactic shock.

• Increased blood calcium levels, constipation, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, confusion, increased urine output, thirst and dehydration.

Each sachet of Gaviscon Forte contains 500 mg sodium alginate, 213 mg sodium hydrogencarbonate (bicarbonate) and 325 mg calcium carbonate as active ingredients. The other excipients are: carbomer, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E-216), saccharin sodium, peppermint flavouring no. 2, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

Gaviscon Forte in sachet form is a very convenient medicine to use as you can take it anywhere and take it directly. It also has a pleasant taste to make it easy to take.

Pregnant women and breast-feeding mothers can take it according to their doctor's instructions.

Read the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions about this product, please consult your Farmaciasdirect pharmacist.

The price of non-prescription medicines is established by law. In our online pharmacy you can buy Gaviscon Forte sachets at a discount of 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.