Pharmik Laboratories Ltd.

Gastrocare Suspension

Name: Gastrocare Suspension
Brand: Pharmik Laboratories Ltd.
SKU: 179-0137-007

Calcium Carbonate + Sodium Alginate + Sodium Bicarbonate · 1.6 gm + 5 gm + 2.6 gm/100 ml

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Product details

Generic name: Calcium Carbonate + Sodium Alginate + Sodium Bicarbonate
Strength: 1.6 gm + 5 gm + 2.6 gm/100 ml
Dosage form: Suspension
Manufacturer / brand: Pharmik Laboratories Ltd.
SKU: 179-0137-007

Medicine information: Sodium Alginate + Sodium Bicarbonate + Calcium Carbonate

Indications

Alginate raft-forming antacid for:

Heartburn and acid regurgitation (reflux), including in pregnancy
Indigestion due to reflux
Symptoms of reflux oesophagitis and hiatus hernia

Dosage & administration

Suspension — adults and children over 12 years: 10–20 ml after meals and at bedtime, up to four times daily.

Children 6–12 years: 5–10 ml after meals and at bedtime (on medical advice).

Chewable tablets: 2–4 tablets after meals and at bedtime, chewed thoroughly.

Shake the bottle well.
See a doctor if symptoms continue beyond 7 days.

Contraindications

Allergy to any ingredient
Severe kidney impairment
High calcium levels

Side effects

Usually well tolerated.

Uncommon: bloating, wind, constipation.

Rare: allergic reactions, breathing difficulty in sensitive people; with excess use, high calcium or alkalosis (milk-alkali syndrome).

Precautions & warnings

Contains significant sodium — caution in heart failure, high blood pressure, kidney disease and low-salt diets.
Contains calcium — caution with kidney stones.
Some products contain sugar or parabens.
Persistent symptoms, weight loss, difficulty swallowing, vomiting blood or black stools need medical review.

Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Suitable for use in pregnancy and breastfeeding at recommended doses.

Interactions

Take 2 hours apart from: tetracyclines, quinolones, iron, levothyroxine, digoxin, ketoconazole, bisphosphonates, antiretrovirals, and enteric-coated tablets.

Overdose

Bloating and abdominal discomfort; with large amounts, high calcium/alkalosis. Seek advice.

Storage

Store below 30°C. Do not refrigerate or freeze.

This information is for general reference only. Always follow the dose prescribed by your doctor and ask a doctor or pharmacist before taking any medicine.