Authority to prescribe an Authority medicine is granted for specific indications and/or for certain patient circumstances. Authority may be obtained by telephone to Medicare Australia (known as "phone approval") or in writing from an authorised delegate of the Minister for Health. This product is considered high in sodium. This should be particularly taken into account for those on a low salt diet (e.g. in some cases of congestive heart failure and renal impairment). If you are on a controlled salt diet (e.g. in some cases of congestive heart failure and renal impairment). In short? You get fast relief from those unpleasant sensations that both heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well.

If you have tried an over the counter acid reflux treatment and have made some lifestyle changes and are continuing to suffer from heartburn or indigestion you should speak to a doctor or pharmacist for advice about prescription-strength options. Patients with renal failure (kidney problems) can experience increased blood levels of potassium. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea and abdominal cramps may occur. For all other infants give Gaviscon Infant at the end of each meal using a spoon, or feeding bottle.

MULTIPLE PACKS

Some medicines must not be taken at the same time as Gaviscon. This is because the medicines can affect how the other medicine works.

Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Sachet are a powerful, effective treatment for symptoms of heartburn and indigestion caused by excess acid and reflux. Each sachet contains two antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate that work in unison to relieve pain and discomfort by neutralising the stomach acid and protecting the stomach lining from irritation.Follow dosage instructions exactly to avoid an excessive amount of product per feed and the possible risk of hypernatraemia. Gaviscon Double Action Liquid Sachets contain 3 active ingredients to help control excess stomach acid and provide a protective barrier over the stomach lining to prevent reflux, ease pain and soothe discomfort.

You'll usually take Gaviscon tablets and liquid up to 4 times a day. It's best to take it after meals and at bedtime. This is usually when the pain and discomfort is at its worst. But if your doctor has prescribed Gaviscon, take it when they tell you to. Breast-feeding: Mix each sachet with a teaspoon of boiled yet cooled water. A smooth paste will form. Add 2 teaspoons of boiled, coiled water and mix. Partway through the feed, use a spoon or feeding bottle to administer.

8. Common questions about Gaviscon

For reasons of hygiene and safety, personal grooming products, cosmetics or items of intimate clothing cannot be returned. The medicinal product is a combination of two antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate. Some PBS medications are restricted and require prior approval from Medicare before a doctor is able to prescribe them on the PBS. This prior approval to prescribe grants the doctor the Authority to prescribe the desired medicine and have it funded under the PBS. It's safe to take paracetamol at the same time as Gaviscon. But do not take other painkillers, like ibuprofen or aspirin, with Gaviscon without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. These can make your symptoms worse. Mixing Gaviscon with herbal remedies and supplements

Gaviscon Liquid Sachets Mint flavored bring fast, soothing and long lasting relief from the pain and discomfort of heartburn and acid indigestion. Gaviscon Liquid Sachets contain the tried and trusted Gaviscon Original Peppermint Liquid formulation now available in convenient individual sachets. If you've been taking Gaviscon for more than 7 days and you're still feeling uncomfortable or in pain, talk to your doctor. What if I forget to take it? This medicinal product contains 127.88 mg sodium per 1 sachet (10ml) dose, equivalent to 6.4% of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium.

Anaphylactic and anaphylactoid: Hypersensitivity reactions such as such as bronchospasm and urticaria. The maximum daily dose of this product is equivalent to 51.15% of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium.