Gaviscon Double Strength Chewable tablets are an antacid tablet used to reduce the symptoms of indigestion or acid reflux. Gaviscon contains sodium alginate, calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate.
Heartburn is a condition where the contents of the stomach flow back into the oesophagus and cause a burning sensation that has the potential to cause oesophageal damage if left untreated.
Causes of indigestion or heartburn include eating the wrong types of food, eating too quickly, not chewing sufficiently or there may be issues related to poor functioning of the lower oesophageal sphincter.
Gaviscon Double Strength tablets form of an antacid raft that sits on top of the contents of the stomach and helps prevent reflux.