Contents
- 1 Overview
- 2 Usage
- 3 Frequently Asked Questions
- 4 How Do I Take It?
- 5 Precautions for GAVISCON SYP and its Constituents
- 6 Symptoms of Overdosage
- 7 Common Side-Effects
- 8 Serious Side-Effects
- 9 Rare Side-Effects
- 10 Disease Interactions
- 11 Technical Classification
- 12 Prescription Statistics
- 12.1 How Frequently is it taken?
- 12.2 What was the Dosage Advised?
- 12.3 Directions with respect to food?
- 12.4 How long was it prescribed?
- 12.5 What is the break-up across patient age-group?
- 12.6 What is the gender-breakup across patients?
- 12.7 What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
- 12.8 Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
- 12.9 Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
- 13 Available Alternatives for GAVISCON SYP
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Overview
GAVISCON SYP is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.GAVISCON SYP is composed of: SODIUM ALGINATE (250 MG), CALCIUM CARBONATE (16 MG/ML)
Calcium is a mineral that is found naturally in foods. Calcium is necessary for many normal functions of the body, especially bone formation and maintenance.Calcium carbonate is used to prevent or to treat a calcium deficiency.This medication is used to treat symptoms caused by too much stomach acid such as heartburn, upset stomach, or indigestion. It is an antacid that works by lowering the amount of acid in the stomach.
Usage
CALCIUM CARBONATE is generally used to treat: Indigestion, Heartburn, Rickets, Osteomalacia, OsteoporosisCALCIUM CARBONATE can address symptoms like: Abdomen Upset Stomach, Fingers Tingling, Body Muscle Cramps Or Spasms (painful), Fatigue (tiredness), Restless Or Irritability, Confusion
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe on my liver?A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first
Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe
Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 2yrs
Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Check with your Doctor first
How Do I Take It?
GAVISCON SYP is generally taken After Food.Precautions for GAVISCON SYP and its Constituents
- Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
- Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.Check the label of your calcium carbonate product to see if it should be taken with or without food.
- Swallow the calcium carbonate regular tablet with a full glass of water.
- The chewable tablet should be chewed before you swallow it.
- Shake the oral suspension (liquid) well just before you measure a dose. Measure liquid medicine with the dosing syringe provided, or with a special dose-measuring spoon or medicine cup.If you do not have a dose-measuring device, ask your pharmacist for one.Use the calcium carbonate powder as directed. Allow the powder to dissolve completely, then consume the mixture.
- Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
- Ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking any multivitamins, mineral supplements, or antacids while you are taking calcium carbonate.
- Do not take calcium carbonate within 1-2 hours of taking other medicines. Calcium may decrease the absorption of the other medicines.
- Should be taken after 2 hours of eating foods rich in oxalic acid (spinach and rhubarb), phosphate (bran), or phytinic acid (whole cereals).
- Consult a doctor if you have Higher than normal levels of calcium in your blood Mild to moderate problems with your kidneys (Kidney stones or Kidney failure).
Symptoms of Overdosage
CALCIUM CARBONATE over-dosage can result in: Head Headache, Weakness (generalized), Nausea, Vomit, Mood Swings, Loss Of Appetite, DizzinessCommon Side-Effects
CALCIUM CARBONATE : Gas, Flatulence, Abdomen Upset Stomach, Constipation, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Nausea, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Dry Mouth, Frequent Urge To Urinate, BelchingSerious Side-Effects
CALCIUM CARBONATE : Kidney Stones, Acute Kidney Failure, Hypercalcaemia, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Head Headache, Vomit, Confusion, Fatigue (tiredness), Frequent Urination, Increased ThirstRare Side-Effects
CALCIUM CARBONATE : Itchy Skin, Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Face SwellingDisease Interactions
CALCIUM CARBONATE can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Achlorhydria, Malabsorption, Acute Renal Failure, SarcoidosisTechnical Classification
CALCIUM CARBONATE is categorized as:- ANTACIDS / GASTROINTESTINAL AGENTS
- MINERALS AND ELECTROLYTES / NUTRITIONAL PRODUCTS
Prescription Statistics
Following information is taken from treatment plans advised by our doctors. This is Only for informational purpose and you must seek doctor’s advice if you are not well.How Frequently is it taken?
| 3 Times Daily | 62% |
| SOS | 16% |
| 2 Times Daily | 9% |
| Once Daily | 3% |
What was the Dosage Advised?
| 10ml | 68% |
| 2tsf | 19% |
| 10 ml | 2% |
| 15ml | 2% |
Directions with respect to food?
| After Food | 97% |
How long was it prescribed?
| 5 Days | 33% |
| 7 Days | 20% |
| 14 Days | 10% |
| 3 Days | 10% |
| 10 Days | 8% |
| 30 Days | 5% |
| 90 Days | 4% |
What is the break-up across patient age-group?
| 12 to 18yrs | 2% |
| 18 to 35yrs | 28% |
| 35 to 50yrs | 27% |
| 50 to 60yrs | 15% |
| 60 to 70yrs | 15% |
| 70yrs and above | 13% |
What is the gender-breakup across patients?
| Females | 53% |
What kind of doctors prescribe this medicine?
| Physician | 42% |
| Gastroenterologist | 37% |
| Cardiologist | 11% |
| Rheumatologist | 5% |
| ENT | 2% |
| Gynaecologist | 1% |
| Psychiatrist | 1% |
Most common Diagnostic/Lab Tests advised along-side?
| CBC (HEMATOLOGY) | 13% |
Most common Home Remedies advised along-side?
| Small frequent meals (Diet) | 12% |
| Walking (Exercise) | 11% |
Available Alternatives for GAVISCON SYP
What are the commonly available Substitutes?
| GAVISCON SYP | INR 75 for 150 ML | SODIUM ALGINATE 250 MG, SODIUM BICARBONATE 133.5 MG, CALCIUM CARBONATE 16 MG/ML |