Can you buy Gaviscon in the US?

Q: Where can I buy Gaviscon Regular Strength Tablets and Liquid Antacid? A: Unfortunately, Gaviscon Regular Strength Tablets and Liquid Antacids have been discontinued in the U.S. Please try our Gaviscon Extra Strength Tablets and Liquids if you are looking for fast-acting relief for your heartburn!

What is Gaviscon sachet?

An off-white suspension with the odour and flavour of peppermint. Treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn and indigestion related to reflux, for example, following meals, or during pregnancy, or in patients with symptoms related to reflux oesophagitis.

What is the generic name for Gaviscon?

Generic Name: aluminum hydroxide and magnesium trisilicate.

Is Gaviscon over the counter?

Gaviscon is an over-the-counter (OTC) antacid with ingredients that create a foam barrier that protects the junction of the esophagus and stomach.

Is Gaviscon available in Canada?

Find it at your local Shoppers Drug Mart, Jean Coutu, Sobeys West, Sobeys Ontario, Uniprix or London Drugs store.

Is Mylanta and Gaviscon the same thing?

Gaviscon (alginic acid) Alka-Seltzer (sodium bicarbonate) Drugs containing a combination of aluminum and magnesium, such as Mylanta, Maalox, and Gelusil.

Can I take 2 sachets of Gaviscon?

Liquid: Adults and Children 12 Years and Over: One to two sachets or doses (10-20 mL) after meals and at bedtime, up to four times per day. Children under 12 Years: Should be given only on medical advice.

Can Gaviscon treat GERD?

Conclusion. In a general practice setting for patients complaining of moderate heartburn, Gaviscon® (4 × 10 mL/day) is an effective short-term treatment option in mild-to-moderate GERD, in terms of onset of a first 24-h heartburn-free period after initial dosing.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Gaviscon?

Is there a cheaper alternative to Gaviscon? Peptac liquid antacid contains the same active ingredients as Gaviscon Original and Gaviscon Advance. Peptac is cheaper than Gaviscon.

Is it OK to take Gaviscon everyday?

Is it safe to take Gaviscon for a long time? Gaviscon does not usually cause problems when you take it for a long time. Tell your doctor if you need to take it regularly for more than a week.

Is Gaviscon good for GERD?