GAVISCON
(Alginic Acid Compound)Standard Prescription
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Dosages
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
Mechanism of Action
Antacid
Forms Supplied
chewable tablet
liquid
liquid
Comments
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.
References
4, 36, 44
Last Edited
2019-02-17 22:05:40