Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid Relief is a reflux suppressant that forms a protective layer to prevent stomach acid escape. It contains active ingredients sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate, and calcium carbonate for fast relief from heartburn and indigestion. Adults and children over 12 should take 10-20ml after meals and at bedtime, up to four times daily.
Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid Relief 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. Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid Relief 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.
Each 10ml of oral suspension contains 500mg sodium alginate, 267mg sodium bicarbonate and 160mg calcium carbonate as the active ingredients. This product is sugar free and gluten free. You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding.
The other ingredients are carbomer, methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates, sodium saccharin, peppermint oil, sodium hydroxide and water.
Preparation and Usage: For oral use: Shake well before use. Adults and children 12 years and over: Take 10-20ml (two to four 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day. Children under 12 years: Should be given only on medical advice.
Storage: Do not store above 30°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.
Other Information: If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.
