GAVISCON® Dual 500mg / 213mg / 325mg
With dual action against heartburn
- Forms a protective barrier against reflux of irritating stomach contents.
- Additionally neutralizes gastric acid
- Ideal for on the go
- For adults and young people aged 12 and over
Active ingredients:
500 mg sodium alginate
213 mg sodium bicarbonate
325 mg calcium carbonate
excipients
Peppermint Flavor
Sodium saccharine
Carbomer 974 P
Carbomer 974 P
Sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment
water, purified
40 mg methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
levomenthol
6 mg propyl 4-hydroxybenzoate
Gaviscon Dual relieves the symptoms of acid reflux symptoms such as heartburn, acid regurgitation and indigestion. When irritating stomach contents flow back into the esophagus, typical symptoms such as heartburn and acid reflux occur. Trust Gaviscon Dual for heartburn and acid regurgitation due to its unique mechanism of action:
- GAVISCON DUAL works twice:
- 1. Forms a protective barrier against backflow (reflux) of irritating stomach contents
- 2. Additionally neutralizes gastric acid
- Is well tolerated
On the way to the stomach, Gaviscon Dual is already perceived as pleasantly cooling. When the suspension comes into contact with gastric acid, Gaviscon forms a protective alginate barrier on the stomach contents. This effectively prevents the backflow into the esophagus mechanically.
GAVISCON DUAL Suspension is available in pharmacies in a practical 10 ml dosing bag (12/24/48 packs of 10 ml) without a prescription.
GAVISCON DUAL is also available in pharmacies as chewable tablets in packs of 16/48 and 80 without a prescription.
This is why heartburn occurs
If too much acid is formed in the stomach, it can happen that this flows back into the esophagus. Normally, backflow is prevented by the sphincter muscle at the junction between the stomach and esophagus. However, if this is weakened, for example due to stress, an unhealthy diet or the consumption of alcohol and nicotine, acidic stomach contents can rise up. The consequences are acid regurgitation, stomach pressure, stomach pain or, in some cases, hoarseness and sore throat. Heartburn also occurs frequently during pregnancy, as the hormonal fluctuations in the woman's body can cause the muscles in the digestive tract to relax and thus impair the closing mechanism.
Effective protection against heartburn
10% of Germans suffer from heartburn weekly or even daily. To counteract the symptoms, Gaviscon Dual is available in a practical sachet for those affected. It relieves symptoms quickly and reliably for up to four hours. The herbal active substance alginate it contains forms a protective barrier on the stomach contents with the help of other auxiliary substances and thus prevents stomach acid from rising up into the esophagus. In addition, excess gastric acid is neutralized by the calcium carbonate it contains.
Avoiding risk factors
In order to avoid heartburn if possible, you should primarily pay attention to a balanced diet. Fatty, very sugary and extremely spicy foods, on the other hand, cause increased acid production in the stomach. Carbonated drinks, alcohol and nicotine have an equally unfavorable effect. In addition, stress can be a factor in the development of heartburn. In these cases, Gaviscon Dual helps immediately to alleviate the symptoms.
Ideal for travel
Good nutritional resolutions are quickly thrown overboard when travelling: hasty meals and sumptuous foods have an unfavorable effect on the formation of stomach acid.Gaviscon Dual is available pre-dosed in practical sachets and can be taken directly without water. Gaviscon relieves symptoms such as stomach pressure or heavy belching for up to 4 hours.
Recommendation for use
Adults and adolescents from 12 years of age take 1 to 2 sachets of Gaviscon Dual Suspension up to four times a day, as needed, after meals or before going to bed. The maximum dose of 8 sachets per day should not be exceeded.
What is an alginate?
Alginate, the main active ingredient in Gaviscon, is obtained from the brown algae "Laminaria hyperborea" and is purely plant-based. The active principle works on a physical basis: When it comes into contact with stomach acid, alginate forms a protective barrier including carbon dioxide, which lies on the liquid stomach contents like an air mattress and, like a lid, prevents stomach acid from flowing back into the esophagus. After some time, the protective film slowly dissolves and is completely excreted without being absorbed into the bloodstream. This results in a very low risk of side effects.
Is Gaviscon Dual also suitable for children?
Children can also be affected by heartburn. However, children under the age of 12 should only take Gaviscon Dual after consulting their doctor.
Can you take Gaviscon Dual for heartburn during pregnancy?
Yes, Gaviscon Dual Suspension can also be taken during pregnancy. With Gaviscon Liquid, which is also available in practical sachets, another drug is available that, with its lower calcium content, is even better suited for treating heartburn during pregnancy. There are also study data from over 500 pregnant women that confirm a safe and gentle treatment option for heartburn and acid reflux during pregnancy. Gaviscon Liquid is a safe and gentle treatment for heartburn and acid reflux during pregnancy. In order to protect the unborn child, any use of medicines during pregnancy should be clarified in advance with the doctor treating you.
Gaviscon Dual 500 mg / 213 mg / 325 mg oral suspension in sachet
Areas of application: Treatment of acid-related symptoms of gastroesophageal reflux such as heartburn, acid regurgitation, indigestion (dyspepsia), for example after meals or during pregnancy. Liquid and Advance in addition: or in patients with symptoms associated with reflux oesophagitis. Warnings: Contains sodium compounds, menthol. All suspensions additionally: methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E 216). Dual chewable tablets additionally: aspartame (E 951), azorubine (E 122). Advance in addition: potassium compounds.
For risks and side effects, read the leaflet and ask your doctor or pharmacist.
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