Gaviscon Flashcards
1
Q
Combination of substances in gaviscon
A
Sodium alginate + calcium carbonate + sodium bicarbonate
2
Q
Other combinations of antacids
A
Aluminium hydroxide + magnesium carbonate
3
Q
How does gaviscon act as antacid
A
— pepsin activity
4
Q
Indications for gaviscon
A
GERD
5
Q
Contraindications for gaviscon
A
- HPTN
- kidney failure
- HF
- phenylketonuria
- low blood phosphates
6
Q
Elimination of gaviscon
A
Faeces
7
Q
Why might some drugs not be taken with gaviscon
A
Affect absorption
