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Under the impact of great work pressure in the modern life, diseases related to the digestive system, especially the stomach, are becoming more and more common. To assist in the treatment of symptoms of excessive stomach acid, Gaviscon Extra is licensed for use in the market.
1. What does Gaviscon do?
With the antacid action of aluminum and magnesium, Gaviscon Extra is often used to treat symptoms such as abdominal pain, heartburn and indigestion caused by too much acid in the stomach. Usually, liquid Gaviscon works faster, better than tablets or capsules. The drug only works well with the amount of acid present in the stomach without stopping the production of more acid. To increase its effectiveness, Gaviscon extra can be used alone with other drugs that reduce acid production (including H2 channel blockers such as Cimetidine/Ranitidine or proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole).2. Instructions for using Gaviscon Extra
After being prescribed by a doctor, you need to carefully read the instructions for use before use. The appropriate dose will be prescribed depending on the health condition of each person. Usually, Gaviscon is tolerated by mouth, after meals or at bedtime.
If you are taking the chewable tablet, chew it thoroughly before swallowing, then drink a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters). If you are using the liquid form, shake the bottle well before use, the solution can be refrigerated to improve flavor but must not be frozen. The liquid form works best if taken without any other liquids added.
Before taking Gaviscon, tell your doctor if:
You are allergic to any of its ingredients, or to any other allergies. You have frequent alcohol use, severe dehydration (dehydration/fluid restriction), kidney problems (including kidney stones). Gaviscon Extra may contain aspartame. If you have phenylketonuria (PKU) or any other condition that requires you to limit your consumption of aspartame (or phenylalanine), consult your doctor about using Gaviscon safely.
If you are planning to become pregnant, are pregnant or breastfeeding, really consider and talk to your doctor about the benefits and risks of taking Gaviscon.
If your stomach acid problem persists or worsens after using the medicine for 1 week or has a serious medical problem, seek immediate medical attention.
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3. Gaviscon extra side effects
Although not all Gaviscon extra users experience side effects. Therefore, you need to contact a medical facility if you experience any unusual symptoms, such as:
Nausea, constipation, diarrhea or headache Magnesium in this product can cause diarrhea. Besides, aluminum ions in this product may cause constipation. To minimize constipation, drink plenty of water and exercise. Black/tarry stools, slow/shallow breathing, slow/irregular heartbeat, mental/mood changes (e.g., confusion), deep sleep, pain when urinating, stomach pain, vomit-like vomit the coffee. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, trouble breathing. Aluminum-containing antacids bind with phosphate, an important body chemical, in the intestines so they can produce low amounts of phosphate, especially if you use this medicine in large doses and for a long time. long. Tell your doctor right away if you have any of these symptoms: loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, muscle weakness.
4. Drug interactions
Drug interactions can change the way Gaviscon extra works or increase your risk of serious side effects. This document does not cover all possible drug interactions so you need to keep a list of all the products you use (including prescription/over-the-counter drugs and herbal products) and share it with your friends. doctor. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any medication without your doctor's approval.
Some products that may interact with Gaviscon include: phosphate supplements (such as potassium phosphate), sodium polystyrene sulfonate.
This product may react with other drugs (including digoxin, iron, pazopanib, tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin), preventing them from being fully absorbed by your body. Talk to your doctor about how you can organize your medications to prevent this problem.
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Reference source: webmd.com
