Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Composition of Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension contains Sodium alginate 500mg, Sodium bicarbonate 267mg, Calcium carbonate 160mg per 10ml (typical peppermint formulation). It belongs to the Alginate raft-forming agent with antacids class of medicines.

Uses of Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

• Heartburn
• gastroesophageal reflux (GERD)
• acid regurgitation
• indigestion related to acidity

Key benefits

• Helps prevent acid reflux
• Relieves heartburn
• Reduces regurgitation after meals
• Neutralizes excess stomach acid

How Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension works

Sodium alginate forms a protective floating barrier over stomach contents, helping prevent reflux into the esophagus. The antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) neutralize gastric acid to reduce burning and discomfort.

How to take Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Shake well before use. Typically taken after meals and at bedtime or as directed. Use a measuring cup/spoon; avoid taking other oral medicines at the same time (keep a gap).

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine can cause severe loose motions or constipation and disturb the body's salt balance. It can raise blood calcium dangerously, causing thirst, frequent urination, vomiting, confusion and kidney damage. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Most side effects of Gaviscon Peppermint are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Bloating
• belching
• nausea
• constipation
• diarrhea (rare)
• stomach discomfort

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Warnings and precautions

Use with caution in kidney disease, heart failure, or salt-restricted diets due to sodium content. Do not use for prolonged periods without medical advice. Seek care if alarm symptoms occur (vomiting blood, black stools, weight loss, persistent pain).

Do not take Gaviscon Peppermint if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Magnesium-containing antacids are avoided in significant kidney disease. Not for people with a high blood calcium level, or with certain kidney stones.

Interactions with other medicines

May interfere with absorption of iron, levothyroxine, tetracyclines, quinolone antibiotics, bisphosphonates; separate administration by at least 2 hours.

How to store Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Store below 25°C, away from heat and direct sunlight. Do not freeze. Keep bottle tightly closed.

Expert advice for Gaviscon Peppermint Suspension

Take it after meals and at bedtime when symptoms are worst. Avoid late heavy meals, and raise the head of your bed if symptoms wake you at night. Take calcium with food, and split the day's total if you take a large amount. Sunlight helps your body make its own vitamin D. Have your level rechecked as your doctor advises rather than continuing high doses indefinitely.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

Reckitt Benckiser India Pvt Ltd

Therapeutic class:

Antacid and anti-reflux agent

Drug class:

Alginate raft-forming agent with antacids