A medication called Gaviscon is used to treat acid reflux and upset stomachs with minimal side effects.Before taking Gaviscon, you should talk to your doctor to make sure that you don't have a serious health problem.You can take Gaviscon 4 times a day.Children under the age of 12 shouldn't take this medication.
Step 1: Take Gaviscon 4 times per day.
Gaviscon should be taken before breakfast, lunch, and dinner to treat stomach upsets.The last dose should be taken 30 minutes before bed.You shouldn't take Gaviscon more than 4 times a day.
Step 2: It is recommended by your doctor that you take 2-4 tablets per dose.
2 Gaviscon tablets per dose is enough for moderate heartburn and stomach upset.If the regular dosage doesn't work, you should chew an extra 1-2 tablets 4 times daily.If Gaviscon doesn't work, they may recommend a different medication.Do not exceed 16 tablets per day.
Step 3: Before swallowing the tablets, chew them thoroughly.
Don't swallow whole Gaviscon tablets.To allow the tablets to be absorbed into your body, chew them completely.If you can't chew the tablets, try halving them with a pill cutter.
Step 4: After taking Gaviscon, drink some water.
It is important to wash the tablets after they are swallowed.Take a tablet and drink a small amount of water.It should be enough to help the medication get through your system.Milk can be drank instead of water.If you are consuming the liquid form of Gaviscon, this is not necessary.
Step 5: Take a missed dose as soon as possible.
If you forget to take Gaviscon after a meal, do it right away.If it's already within an hour of your next dose, skip it.It is possible to exceed the maximum recommended dose if you take 2 doses too close together.
Step 6: If you suffer intermittently, take occasional doses.
If you only suffer from occasional heartburn, acid reflux, and stomach upsets, just take Gaviscon occasionally, before you eat spicy and heavy meals that may cause your symptoms.Follow the recommended dose by chewing a few tablets.
Step 7: 4 times a day, take 10–20 liters (0.34–0.68 fl oz).
Liquid Gaviscon can be taken before meals and before bed to treat stomach upsets.If you have a bottle of Gaviscon, use a measuring spoon to pour out the medicine.If you have 10 liters of liquid, swallow 1-2 of them.
Step 8: If you missed a dose, take it immediately or keep taking the next dose.
If you forget to take liquid Gaviscon, take it as soon as you remember.You should skip the one you missed if you are less than an hour away.
Step 9: Liquid Gaviscon can be stored at room temperature.
Gaviscon can be reduced in effectiveness if it is refrigerated or frozen.Do not store liquid Gaviscon at a temperature over 30 C.The medication should be kept in a medicine cabinet or pantry.
Step 10: If you are on other drugs, talk to your doctor.
The effectiveness of other medication can be ruined by Gaviscon tablets.You should speak to your doctor if you are worried about taking Gaviscon.If you have a conflict with your other medications, they may recommend taking them at a different time of the day.
Step 11: If you're on a low-salt diet, you should not eat Gaviscon.
It is not suitable for people on a low-salt diet.You should not use the drug if you are subject to these restrictions.You can ask your doctor for alternatives.
Step 12: If you have an allergy to Gaviscon, stop taking it.
If you have an allergy to Gaviscon, you should talk to your doctor.Difficult breathing and an itchy rash are some of the reactions that have been associated with Gaviscon.If you experience either of these symptoms while taking Gaviscon, stop taking the medication and consult your doctor as soon as possible.
Step 13: Your doctor can tell you if Gaviscon is effective.
If you haven't seen any improvement in your symptoms after taking Gaviscon for several weeks, contact your doctor.They can suggest another medication or recommend a higher dose of Gaviscon.Your doctor can test for a more serious medical problem if your symptoms last for more than a few days.