GASTROPAX PDR 100 G

This medicine contains topical antacids. It acts by neutralising the acids secreted by the stomach. It is used in the treatment of heartburn and acid reflux.

Dosage

This medicine should be diluted in a glass of water.

Usual dose: 1 teaspoon at the time of pain, not to exceed 6 doses per day.

Advice

A balanced diet, slow chewing, avoiding foods that are difficult to digest and alcoholic beverages can often help to reduce the symptoms of acid reflux or stomach inflammation.

If you are a smoker, continuing to smoke is a major obstacle to treatment; nicotine increases gastric acidity and reduces the effectiveness of the muscle that closes the junction between the oesophagus and the stomach.

Contraindications

This medicine must not be used in the following cases: severe renal insufficiency, excess calcium in the blood.

Caution Because of the aluminium content (provided by the kaolin), precautions should be taken in patients with kidney failure who are on dialysis. It is preferable to consult a doctor in the following situations: digestive problems appearing for the first time, or if the problems have changed recently; problems associated with weight loss; difficulty swallowing or persistent abdominal discomfort. Do not use this medicine for a prolonged period without consulting your doctor: tests may be necessary if symptoms persist. People suffering from stomach pain should avoid using medicines containing aspirin or NSAIDs, which weaken the stomach lining. Paracetamol, on the other hand, is safe for treating pain and fever. This medicine contains a significant amount of salt (sodium).

Interactions of GASTROPAX with other substances

This medicine may reduce the absorption of many drugs. There should be a delay of at least 2 hours (4 hours with quinolone antibiotics) between taking this medicine and other treatments. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice.

Fertility, pregnancy and breast-feeding Pregnancy

This medicine contains clay (kaolin, etc.) which may reduce the absorption of certain nutrients (particularly iron); it should not be used for prolonged periods during pregnancy without medical advice. Breast-feeding: This medicine may be used by breast-feeding women.

Dosage

This medicine should be diluted in a glass of water.

Usual dose: 1 teaspoon at the time of pain, not to exceed 6 doses per day.

Advice

A balanced diet, slow chewing, avoiding foods that are difficult to digest and alcoholic beverages can often help to reduce symptoms caused by acid reflux or inflammation of the stomach.

If you are a smoker, continuing to smoke is a major obstacle to treatment; nicotine increases gastric acidity and reduces the effectiveness of the muscle that closes the junction between the oesophagus and the stomach.

Composition

p c to c Calcium carbonate 800 mg Magnesium trisilicate 800 mg Magnesium carbonate 800 mg Heavy kaolin 600 mg Sodium bicarbonate 600 mg Magnesium hydroxide 240 mg Tricalcium phosphate 120 mg either Calcium 360 mg or Magnesium 392 mg or Sodium 164 mg

Active ingredients: Sodium bicarbonate, Calcium carbonate, Heavy kaolin, Light magnesium carbonate, Magnesium hydroxide, Magnesium trisilicate, Tricalcium phosphate Excipients : Badian tincture, Sodium