Yes, you can take Gaviscon® with other medications. Similar to antacids, however, Gaviscon® should not be taken within 2 hours of other medications.
Some foods are acidic and can trigger acid reflux and heartburn. Avoid foods and beverages such as chocolate, tomato-based foods like spaghetti sauce and chili, fried or fatty foods, nuts, citrus, alcohol, tea, coffee and pop. Eat smaller meals to reduce stomach pressure.
Can I drink water after taking Gaviscon? You can drink water as soon as your symptoms subside (hopefully after thirty minutes).
Interactions between your drugs
Using magnesium carbonate together with magnesium oxide can lead to elevated magnesium blood levels, particularly in people with reduced kidney function.
Antibiotics: Taking magnesium supplements may reduce the absorption of quinolone antibiotics, tetracycline antibiotics, and nitrofurantoin (Macrodandin). Magnesium should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking these medications. Quinolone and tetracycline antibiotics include: Ciprofloxacin (Cipro)
It can be taken four times daily after meals and at bedtime. Side effects tend to be mild and may include indigestion, nausea, and belching. Gaviscon should be used with caution in people with kidney disease, a peptic ulcer, or trouble swallowing.
If you use antacids (such as Tums, Rolaids, Gaviscon) take these 30 minutes after meals and if needed, 3 hours after meals. Never take antacids at the same time as an H2-antagonist or Proton Pump Inhibitor (PPI) medication. When prescribed, these medications should be taken before meals.
Lemon water. Lemon juice is generally considered very acidic, but a small amount of lemon juice mixed with warm water and honey has an alkalizing effect that neutralizes stomach acid. Also, honey has natural antioxidants, which protect the health of cells.
Antacids may not kill off your microbiome, but it will mess with the balance of your digestive system, and balance is the key to keeping your gut happy.
Metabolic side effects have included hypophosphatemia with the use of aluminum hydroxide. In patients on long-term aluminum hydroxide therapy, especially in association with poor diets, hypophosphatemia may result in muscle weakness, rhabdomyolysis, hemolysis, and encephalopathy.
ever had an allergic reaction to Gaviscon or any other medicines. been advised to eat a low calcium or low salt (low sodium) diet. kidney or heart disease. a rare, inherited illness called phenylketonuria.
It is best to take any other medicine either 1 hour before or 4 hours after you take antacids. Talk to your provider or pharmacist before taking antacids on a regular basis if: You have kidney disease, high blood pressure, or heart disease.
No interactions were found between Gaviscon Regular Strength Tablets and simvastatin. However, this does not necessarily mean no interactions exist. Always consult your healthcare provider.
Gaviscon Syrup is better than antacids. It is used to treat acidity and indigestion, provides quick and lasting relief, treats heartburn and gas troubles such as bloating and belching.
Acid reflux is caused by weakness or relaxation of the lower esophageal sphincter (valve). Normally this valve closes tightly after food enters your stomach. If it relaxes when it shouldn't, your stomach contents rise back up into the esophagus. Stomach acids flow back up into the esophagus, causing reflux.
This product may react with other medications (including digoxin, iron, pazopanib, tetracycline antibiotics, quinolone antibiotics such as ciprofloxacin), preventing them from being fully absorbed by your body. Talk with your doctor or pharmacist about how to schedule your medications to prevent this problem.
Gaviscon+ is the only antacid product that provides fast-acting, long-lasting heartburn relief. It quickly neutralizes stomach acid and helps keep acid down for hours.
Those with kidney and liver diseases, having heart problems, or high blood pressure should avoid antacids as some contain high levels of sodium, which could make you feel unwell.
Egg Whites: Eggs are a popular food item in terms of easing acid reflux, but some people find that the yolks have a high fat content which can trigger acid reflux. Egg whites are the low-fat, low-cholesterol option to help with acid reflux.