DRUG SUPPLIED DOSE COMMENTS
GAVISCON (Paeds)
(Alginic Acid Compound)

Mechanism of action:

Antacid



Ref: 4, 36, 44


Last update: 2019-02-17
chewable tablet
liquid
Children <6 yr: not usually recommended due to aluminum content.
If indicated: 1 to 3 mL/dose up to maximum QID.

Children > 6 yr:
5 to 10 mL/dose up to QID

Adults:
10 to 20 mL of liquid, or chew 2 to 4 tablets daily to QID.
Maximum: 16 tablets or 80 mL/24 hr
Each 5 mL suspension contains: sodium alginate 250 mg + aluminum hydroxide 100 mg (53 mg sodium/5 mL).

Each tablet contains: alginic acid 200 mg + magnesium carbonate 40 mg (22 mg sodium).

Tablets should be chewed; do not swallow whole.

Tablets and liquid should be followed by 1/2 - 1 glass of water.

Take after meals.

Standard Prescription:

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