Gaviscon Peppermint Chewable Tablets

Gaviscon Peppermint Chewable Tablets bring relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn and indigestion, which for example, can occur after meals or during pregnancy. This product 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.

This product is sugar and gluten free. You can take this product if you are pregnant or breast feeding.

Directions for use:

 For oral administration. Chew thoroughly before swallowing.

Adults, including the elderly and children 12 years and over:

When symptoms occur take two to four tablets after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day.

Children under 12 years: Should only be given on medical advice.

If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor.

Warnings:

If symptoms persist after 7 days consult your doctor. Contains sodium and calcium. If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in either of these salts please consult your doctor before taking this product. If you have phenylketonuria, note that this product is sweetened with aspartame (E951), a source of phenylalanine.

Contains:

Each Chewable Tablet contains 250mg Sodium Alginate, 133.5mg Sodium Hydrogen Carbonate and 80mg Calcium Carbonate as the Active Ingredients

Keep all medicines out the sight and reach of children.

Always consult the Patient Information Leaflet before using this medicine