Gaviscon Cool Tablets (16)
Product code: GAV67R
Gaviscon Cool Tablets provide fast, soothing and long lasting relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn and acid indigestion, which for example, can occur after meals or during pregnancy. They belong 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 where it hurts
Active Ingredients: 250mg sodium alginate, 133.5mg sodium bicarbonate, 80mg calcium carbonate. Other ingredients xylitol, mannitol (E421), polyethylene glycol 20,000, aspartame (E951), magnesium stearate, peppermint flavour and colouring (E132)
These tablets are sugar and gluten free
You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding
Dosage: For oral administration. Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over: When symptoms occur take two to four tablets after meals and at bedtime, or as directed. Children under 12 years should only be taken on medical advice. Chew thoroughly before swallowing
Before taking this product: Each four tablet dose contains 10.6mmol of sodium and 3.2mmol of calcium. If you have been advised a diet restricted in any of these please consult your doctor before taking this product. If you have phenylketonuria, note that the product is sweetened with aspartame, a source of phenylalanine. This treatment may be less effective if you have decreased amounts of gastric acid produced in your stomach. If you forget a dose, it is not necessary to double the dose next time, just carry on taking as before
If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. If you take too many tablets you may feel bloated. It is unlikely to cause you any harm, but please consult your doctor or pharmacist. Do not take if you know you are allergic to any of the ingredients as skin rashes and difficulty in breathing have been reported. These tablets contain xylitol, which may very rarely cause a laxative effect. Consult your doctor if you experience these or any other side effects.
