Gaviscon Forte during pregnancy suspension for oral administration 10 ml 12 pcs
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Active ingredients
Algeldrat + Benzocaine + Magnesium hydroxide
Release form
Suspension
Composition
Active ingredient: Sodium alginate (Sodium alginate), Potassium bicarbonate Concentration of active substance (mg): 1200
Pharmacological effect
Antacid medication. after ingestion, the drug quickly interacts with the acidic contents of the stomach. this forms alginate gel, which prevents the occurrence of gastroesophageal reflux. during regurgitation, the gel enters the esophagus, where it reduces irritation of the mucous membrane.
Pharmacokinetics
The mechanism of action of the drug Gaviscon Forte does not depend on the absorption into the systemic circulation.
Indications
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, incl. during pregnancy.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity to the drug; children's age up to 6 years.
Precautionary measures
The drug should be stored out of the reach of children at a temperature of 15 ° to 30 ° C.
Use during pregnancy and lactation
It is possible to use the drug Gaviscon Forte during pregnancy and lactation (breastfeeding).
Dosage and administration
Inside, after meals and before bedtime. Adults and children over 12 years old - 10–20 ml. The maximum daily dose is 80 ml. Children of 6–12 years old - 5–10 ml. The maximum daily dose is 40 ml. For older patients, a dose change is not required.
Side effects
Allergic reactions are possible.
Overdose
Symptoms: abdominal distention. Treatment: symptomatic therapy.
Interaction with other drugs
The preparation contains calcium carbonate, which exhibits antacid activity, therefore there should be at least 2 hours between taking Gewiscon Forte and other drugs, especially when used simultaneously with histamine H2 receptor blockers, tetracycline antibiotics, digoxin, fluoroquinolones, iron salts , ketoconazole, neuroleptics, thyroxine, penicillamine, beta-blockers, GCS, chloroquine, diphosphates.
special instructions
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 you need to follow a diet with a limited salt content (with congestive heart failure, impaired kidney function) or with the simultaneous use of medicines that can cause the development of hyperkalemia. Note that 10 ml of the suspension contains 200 mg (2 mmol) of calcium carbonate. Therefore, it is necessary to prescribe the drug with caution in hypercalcemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent formation of calcium-containing kidney stones. In the absence of improvement within 7 days, the patient should consult a doctor. Impact on the ability to drive vehicles and control mechanisms , as well as other classes of potentially hazardous activities that require increased concentration and psycho motor reactions.