Gaviraft (500 mg+213 mg+325 mg)/10 ml (Oral Suspension)

200 ml tube: ৳ 300.00

Medicine Details

Category Details
Generic Sodium alginate sodium bicarbonate calcium carbonate
Company Nuvista pharma ltd

Title

Gaviraft 500 Suspension

Categories

  • Antacid
  • Gastric Reflux Relief
  • Digestive Health

Description

Gaviraft 500 Suspension is indicated for gastric reflux, heartburn, indigestion, flatulence associated with gastric reflux, and heartburn of pregnancy. It contains a combination of two antacids (Calcium carbonate and Sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate (Sodium alginate), which work by neutralizing excess stomach acid and forming a protective barrier over the stomach contents. The product is contraindicated in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to the active ingredients or to any of the excipients. Common side effects may include constipation, flatulence, stomach cramp, or belching. It is generally safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Gaviraft 500 Suspension should be stored in a cool and dry place, away from light, and out of the reach of children.

Dimensions

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Color options

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Functions

  • Relieves gastric reflux
  • Alleviates heartburn
  • Aids in digestion
  • Reduces flatulence associated with gastric reflux
  • Forms a protective barrier over the stomach contents

Materials

Calcium carbonate, Sodium bicarbonate, Sodium alginate

Technical specifications

  • Antacid Type: Suspension and Chewable Tablet
  • Sodium Content per 20ml Dose: 254.5 mg (11.06 mmol)
  • Calcium Content per 20ml Dose: 260 mg (6.5 mmol)

Design elements

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Usability features

  • Dosage Form: Oral suspension and chewable tablet
  • Dosage & Administration:
    • Adults and children over 12 years: 10-20 mL after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day
    • Children 6 to 12 years: 5-10 mL after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day
    • Children under 6 years: Not recommended
    • Elderly: No dose modifications necessary
    • Chewable Tablet for Adults and children 12 years and over: Two to four tablets after meals and at bedtime, up to four times a day
    • Chewable Tablet for children under 12 years: Tablets should be given only on medical advice
  • Interaction: A time-interval of 2 hours should be considered between Gaviraft intake and the administration of other medicinal products, especially certain medications
  • Precautions:
    • Each 20ml dose contains a sodium content of 254.5 mg (11.06 mmol)
    • Each 20ml dose contains 260 mg (6.5 mmol) of calcium
    • Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis, and recurrent calcium-containing renal calculi
  • Storage Conditions: Store in a cool (below 30°C) and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not refrigerate or freeze

Pregnancy and lactation

  • Pregnancy: Clinically safe for use during pregnancy if needed
  • Breastfeeding: No adverse effects shown in breastfed newborns/infants

Precautions and warnings

  • Avoid in patients with impaired renal function/insufficiency and hypophosphatemia
  • Do not use in patients with phenylketonuria due to its aspartame content
  • Consult a physician if symptoms persist or treatment is required for more than 7 days continuously

Side effects

  • Constipation
  • Flatulence
  • Stomach cramp
  • Belching
  • Possible sensation of swelling if a too big dose is taken

Overdose effects

Symptomatic treatment should be given in the event of overdose. The patient may notice abdominal distension

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with known or suspected hypersensitivity to the active ingredients or to any of the excipients

Indication and usage

  • Relieves gastric reflux
  • Alleviates heartburn
  • Aids in digestion
  • Reduces flatulence associated with gastric reflux
  • Recommended for heartburn of pregnancy

Interaction

A time-interval of 2 hours should be considered between Gaviraft intake and the administration of other medicinal products, especially certain medications

Storage conditions

Store in a cool (below 30°C) and dry place, away from light. Keep out of the reach of children. Do not refrigerate or freeze

Common questions

  • What is Gaviraft 500 Suspension?: Gaviraft 500 Suspension is the combination of two antacids and an alginate. This is commonly used to treat Gastric reflux, Heartburn, Indigestion, Flatulence associated with gastric reflux.
  • Is Gaviraft 500 Suspension safe in pregnancy?: It is safe to take Gaviraft 500 Suspension if you are pregnant or breastfeeding

Therapeutic class

Antacids

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