Gavicid (500 mg+267 mg+160 mg)/10 ml (Oral Suspension)
200 ml bottle: ৳ 250.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Sodium alginate sodium bicarbonate calcium carbonate |
| Company | Sharif pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Gastric reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
- Flatulence associated with gastric reflux
- Heartburn of pregnancy
- Epigastric and retrosternal distress
Pharmacology
- Combination of antacids and alginate
- Neutralizes excess stomach acid
- Forms protective barrier over stomach contents
- Physical mode of action
- Does not depend on absorption into systemic circulation
Dosage & Administration
- Oral suspension for adults and children over 12 years
- Oral suspension for children 6 to 12 years
- Oral suspension not recommended for children under 6 years
- Oral suspension for elderly
- Chewable tablet for adults and children over 12 years
- Chewable tablet for children under 12 years only on medical advice
- No dosage modification for hepatic impairment
- Caution for renal insufficiency with highly restricted salt diet
Interaction
- Consider time-interval of 2 hours with other medicinal products
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to active ingredients or excipients
Side Effects
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Stomach cramp
- Belching
- Sensation of swelling with overdose
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Safe to use during pregnancy if clinically needed
- No effects shown in breastfed newborns/infants
- No negative effect on fertility or reproduction
Precautions & Warnings
- High sodium content
- Care needed for patients with hypercalcaemia
- Caution with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis, and recurrent calcium containing renal calculi
- Avoid use in phenylketonuria patients
- Seek medical advice if symptoms persist or treatment required for more than 7 days
- Masking of symptoms of underlying medical conditions
- Not recommended for patients with impaired renal function/insufficiency and with hypophosphatemia
- Potential for allergic reactions
Overdose Effects
- Symptomatic treatment
- Abdominal distension
Therapeutic Class
- Antacids
Storage Conditions
- Store below 30°C and dry
- Keep out of reach of children
- Do not refrigerate or freeze
Common Questions about Gavicid 500 Suspension
- Commonly used for treating Gastric reflux, Heartburn, Indigestion, Flatulence associated with gastric reflux
- Safe for use in pregnancy or breastfeeding
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