Peptac Liquid Aniseed 500ml

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Acid reflux disease occurs when the lower oesophagal sphincter (LES) does not close all the way or opens too often, allowing stomach acid to move up into the oesophagus. This can cause symptoms such as heartburn, and burning discomfort in the chest. What are the active ingredients in Peptac and how do they work? Ideally, you should not be taking Peptac at the same time of day as other medication (within 2 hours of medication) as antacids can impair the absorption of some medications. You should speak to your doctor or pharmacist if unsure if you can take Peptac with the medication you are on. How much Peptac should I be using?

Peptac is an antacid treatment, used in relieving the symptoms of acid reflux/heartburn. It works by stopping stomach acid from leaving the stomach and entering the food pipe causing pain and discomfort. What are the ingredients in Peptac Liquid? Peptac is suitable for adults and children aged 6 years and above, it, however, is not suitable for patients who are allergic to any of the ingredients in the medication. If you are taking any other medication it is advised that you speak to your own GP before taking this medication. How long does Peptac last?

Adults and children over the age of 12 can take 10-20 mls up to four times a day. For children aged 6 to 12 are required to take 5-10mls up to four times a day. When should I take Peptac Liquid? Peptac liquid contains three active ingredients: sodium alginate, sodium bicarbonate and calcium carbonate. Each 10 ml dose contains 160 mg (1.6 mmol) of calcium carbonate. Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent calcium containing renal calculi. Peptac Liquid is a liquid medication which provides relief from heartburn and acid indigestion, through the use of the active ingredients Sodium Bicarbonate, Sodium Alginate, and Calcium Carbonate. You can get Peptac Liquid in two different flavours, the original is Aniseed, or you can opt for Peppermint. This product belongs to a group of medicines called 'reflux suppressants' which form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents, to prevent stomach acid escaping from the stomach where it works its way into the food pipe, causing pain and discomfort. Peptac is used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn, and indigestion. These may occur, for example, following meals or during pregnancy. How to take Peptac Liquid Ideally, you should not be taking Peptac at the same time of day as other medication (within 2 hours of medication) as antacids can impair the absorption of some medications. You should speak to your doctor or pharmacist if unsure if you can take Peptac with the medication you are on.

Feeling uncomfortable? Peptac Liquid Aniseed Flavour 500ml will help to treat heartburn, an upset stomach, nausea and excess gas. Peptac Liquid belongings to the 'reflux suppressants' group of medicines that form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents to prevent stomach acid from escaping from the stomach where it works into the food pipe causing pain and discomfort. Peptac liquid may reduce the absorption of other medicines from the gut, which could make them less effective. Very rarely some people have experienced an allergic reaction after taking Peptac, such as an itchy rash (urticaria), breathing difficulties due to a narrowing of the airways (bronchospasm) or anaphylaxis. If you think you've had an allergic reaction to Peptac, don't take any more and get medical advice straight away.Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. This is because large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build-up in your body and may cause side effects (called “metabolic acidosis”). If you think you have experienced side-effects you can report them using the yellow card scheme. Peptac with other medicines Calcium: Each 10 ml contains 200 mg (2 mmol) of calcium carbonate. Care needs to be taken in treating patients with hypercalcaemia, nephrocalcinosis and recurrent calcium containing renal calculi.

Peptac Liquid is used for the treatment of symptoms of gastro-oesophageal reflux such as acid regurgitation, heartburn, and indigestion, which may occur, for example, following meals or during pregnancy. What is acid reflux and what are common symptoms? Peptac Liquid contains three active ingredients: sodium bicarbonate, sodium alginate, and calcium carbonate. These ingredients work together as reflux suppressants to form a protective layer on top of the stomach contents to prevent stomach acid from escaping the stomach and causing discomfort. Sodium bicarbonate neutralizes stomach acid, while sodium alginate creates a foam barrier to prevent acid reflux. Calcium carbonate also helps to neutralize stomach acid, providing relief from heartburn and acid indigestion. How should I store Peptac Liquid? Peptac Liquid is commonly used to alleviate the symptoms of heartburn and indigestion, such as nausea, vomiting, wind, bloating, burning sensation in the chest. Peptac liquid contains the following active ingredients which provide symptom control:

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Read the leaflet provided with Peptac to get more information about side effects. You can find a copy of this here you have needed to use heartburn or indigestion remedies continuously for two or more weeks to control your symptoms The effects of Peptac and other antacids, generally last for 3-4 hours. Can I take Peptac Liquid when pregnant or breastfeeding? 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). Sodium: This medicinal product contains 57.85 mg sodium per 5 ml, equivalent to 2.9 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium. The maximum daily dose of this product is equivalent to 23.14 % of the WHO recommended maximum daily intake for sodium.