Gaviscon

Gaviscon treats and prevents heartburn due to acid indigestion. Shake liquid well before taking medication.

Gaviscon Overview

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Gaviscon is an over the counter medication used to treat heartburn due to acid indigestion. 

It is a single product containing 2 ingredients: aluminum hydroxide and magnesium carbonate

These belong to a group of drugs called antacids. These work by work by neutralizing acid in the stomach.

This medication comes in chewable tablets and suspension and is taken two to four times a day after a meal and at bedtime, as needed.

Common side effects of Gaviscon include nausea, constipation, and diarrhea.

 

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  • Other
  • Duodenal Ulcer
  • Dyspepsia
  • Esophagitis, Peptic
  • Gastroesophageal Reflux
  • Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage
  • Heartburn
  • Magnesium Deficiency
  • Stomach Ulcer

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Generics

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Gaviscon consists of multiple generic medications. The generic medications are listed below.

Aluminum Hydroxide

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Magnesium Carbonate

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Gaviscon Drug Class

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Gaviscon is part of the drug class:

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