Gaviscon Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info Full Prescribing Info Contents Description Action Indications/Uses Dosage/Direction for Use Contraindications Storage MIMS Class ATC Classification Regulatory Classification Presentation/Packing

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Per tab Na alginate 250 mg, Na bicarbonate 133.5 mg, Ca carbonate 80 mg. Per 10 mL oral susp Na alginate 500 mg, Na bicarbonate 267 mg, Ca carbonate 160 mg

Indications/Uses

Symptoms of GERD eg, acid regurgitation, heartburn due to reflux of stomach content.

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Dosage/Direction for Use

Tab Adult & childn >12 yr 2-4 tabs. Susp Adult & childn >12 yr 10-20 mL.

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Administration

Should be taken with food: Take after meals & at bedtime. Chew tab thoroughly before swallowing.

Storage

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Description

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Action

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MIMS Class

Antacids, Antireflux Agents & Antiulcerants

ATC Classification

A02A - ANTACIDS ; Used in the treatment of acid-related disorders.

Regulatory Classification

Non-Rx

Presentation/Packing

Form

Gaviscon chewable tab

Packing/Price

8's (P16.5/chewable tab)

Form

Gaviscon oral liqd

Packing/Price

10 mL x 1's (P28.5/sachet);150 mL x 1's (P285/bottle)

Gaviscon

Manufacturer:

Reckitt Benckiser

Distributor:

Reckitt Benckiser