{"product_id":"gaviscon-24-mint-flavoured-chewable-tablets","title":"Gaviscon 24 Mint Flavoured Chewable Tablets","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat are Gaviscon mint-flavoured chewable tablets and what are they used for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is a medicine belonging to the group of so-called other agents that works against peptic ulcer and gastro-oesophageal reflux. It is therefore used to treat the symptoms of \u003cstrong\u003ehyperacidity and heartburn\u003c\/strong\u003e caused by acid reflux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts mechanism of action acts in two different ways:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the one hand, it forms a barrier in the stomach that prevents the burning in the pit of the stomach caused by reflux.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the other hand, it neutralises the excess acid in the stomach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTarget group\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is intended for use in adults and adolescents \u003cstrong\u003eover 12 years of age\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDirections for use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe recommended dose is 2 to 4 tablets as needed, 1 hour after meals and before bedtime, without exceeding the maximum dose of 16 tablets a day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo be taken orally by chewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eContraindications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo not use Gaviscon\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are allergic to any of the ingredients of this medicine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have severe kidney failure or kidney stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have high blood calcium levels or low phosphate levels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have high urine calcium levels in your urine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePrecautions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConsult your doctor or pharmacist before you start taking this medicine:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn children under 12 years of age.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you have mild to moderate kidney problems.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you suffer from constipation or haemorrhoids.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are going to undergo any kind of blood test.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are taking other medicines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This medicine can be used during pregnancy as long as you follow your doctor's recommendations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSide effects\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLike any medicine, \u003cstrong\u003eGaviscon mint flavour may cause side effects\u003c\/strong\u003e, although this does not mean that everybody will experience them. In this case, the frequency with which the following side effects occur is unknown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllergic reactions, rash, itching, difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, mouth or throat and anaphylactic shock.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncreased calcium levels in the blood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConstipation, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, confusion, thirst, dehydration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eComposition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eactive ingredients of Gaviscon mint flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e are: 250 mg sodium alginate, 133.5 mg sodium hydrogencarbonate (bicarbonate) and 80 mg calcium carbonate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe other ingredients are macrogol, mannitol (E421), copovidone, peppermint flavouring, aspartame (E-951), acesulfame potassium (E-950), magnesium stearate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour pharmacist's opinion\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is recommended that \u003cstrong\u003eGaviscon \u003c\/strong\u003ebe taken approximately 2 hours apart from other medicines to avoid interfering with them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs with all medicines containing calcium, it should not be taken with large quantities of milk or dairy products.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf after 7 days of treatment the symptoms do not improve or worsen, seek medical advice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the package leaflet included with this medicine carefully. If you have any questions, you can consult our team of expert pharmacists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the price of Gaviscon Menta?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe prices of non-prescription medicines are set by law. In our online pharmacy you can \u003cstrong\u003ebuy Gaviscon mint-flavoured tablets\u003c\/strong\u003e at a discount of 10%, which is the maximum allowed by law.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GAVISCON","offers":[{"title":"Default title","offer_id":43499617910961,"sku":"721433","price":9.86,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0638\/8829\/4065\/files\/gaviscon-24-comprimidos-masticables-menta.webp?v=1784346827","url":"https:\/\/farmaciasdirect-eu.myshopify.com\/products\/gaviscon-24-mint-flavoured-chewable-tablets","provider":"Farmaciasdirect.eu","version":"1.0","type":"link"}