If you forget doses often, it may help to set an alarm to remind you. You could also ask your pharmacist for advice on other ways to help you remember to take your medicine. What if I take too much?

GAVISCON LIQUID SACHETS - patient leaflet, side effects

As with other antacid products, taking this product can mask the symptoms of other more serious, underlying medical conditions. If you miss a dose, you can give the missed dose up to an hour after the meal. But this should be at least 2 hours before the next dose. What if I give too much? For babies weighing more than 4.5 kg (10 lb), mix the right amount of powder into at least 225 mL of formula feed. Some PBS medications are restricted and require prior approval from Medicare before a doctor is able to prescribe them on the PBS. This prior approval to prescribe grants the doctor the Authority to prescribe the desired medicine and have it funded under the PBS.

1. About Gaviscon

It's safe to take paracetamol at the same time as Gaviscon. But do not take other painkillers, like ibuprofen or aspirin, with Gaviscon without talking to your doctor or pharmacist first. These can make your symptoms worse. Mixing Gaviscon with herbal remedies and supplements

Gaviscon Infant Sachets - Summary of Product Characteristics Gaviscon Infant Sachets - Summary of Product Characteristics

The medicinal product is a combination of two antacids (calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate) and an alginate. This product is considered high in sodium. This should be particularly taken into account for those on a low salt diet (e.g. in some cases of congestive heart failure and renal impairment).The Gaviscon formulation does not enter the bloodstream. It’s a safe and effective product that’s free from gluten - with Gaviscon Peppermint Liquid containing no sugar at all. The maximum daily dose of this product is equivalent to 51.15% of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium. Some drugs may have Authority Required (Streamlined) status which does not require an explicit approval from Medicare, instead the doctor can use the Authority code found in the published Schedule for a given drug/indication. You'll usually take Gaviscon tablets and liquid up to 4 times a day. It's best to take it after meals and at bedtime. This is usually when the pain and discomfort is at its worst. But if your doctor has prescribed Gaviscon, take it when they tell you to. Mix Gaviscon powder (for babies and children under 2) with cool, boiled water or formula milk. Dosage