Gaviscon Forte suspension 150ml

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Indications and usage

Symptomatic treatment of dyspepsia associated with increased acidity of gastric juice and gastroesophageal reflux (heartburn, sour belching, feeling of heaviness in the stomach after eating, including during pregnancy).

Contraindications

Children's age up to 12 years.
Hypersensitivity to the drug.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

It is possible to use Geviskon forte during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding).

Dosage and administration

The drug is prescribed orally for adults and children over 12 years, 5-10 ml after meals and before bedtime. The maximum daily dose is 40 ml.

When using sachets before opening them should be kneaded, mixing the contents.
Use in elderly patients

For elderly patients, dose change is not required.

Adverse reactions

Seldom: allergic reactions.

Special notes

10 ml of the suspension contains 106 mg (4.6 mmol) of sodium and 78 mg (2 mmol) of potassium. This should be considered when it is necessary to follow a diet with a limited salt content (in case of congestive heart failure, in case of impaired renal function) or while taking medicines that can cause the development of hyperkalemia.

Note that in 10 ml of the suspension contains 200 mg of Calcium carbonate. Therefore, it is necessary to carefully prescribe the drug for hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent formation of calcium-containing kidney stones.

In the absence of improvement within 7 days, consult a doctor.
Influence on ability to drive motor transport and control mechanisms

Influence on ability to drive motor transport and control mechanisms is absent.

Application for violations of kidney function

In cases of impaired renal function, it should be noted that 10 mg of the suspension contains 106 mg (4.6 mmol) of sodium.

Overdosage

Symptoms: bloating.
Treatment: conduct symptomatic therapy.

Store at a temperature of 15 ° to 30 ° C.