FDA Label for Gaviscon Extra Strength

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Gaviscon Extra Strength Product Label

The following document was submitted to the FDA by the labeler of this product Glaxosmithkline Consumer Healthcare Holdings (us) Llc. The document includes published materials associated whith this product with the essential scientific information about this product as well as other prescribing information. Product labels may durg indications and usage, generic names, contraindications, active ingredients, strength dosage, routes of administration, appearance, warnings, inactive ingredients, etc.

Active Ingredients (In Each Tablet) (Extra Strength)



Aluminum hydroxide 160mg

Magnesium carbonate 105mg


Active Ingredients (In Each Tablet) (Regular Strength)



Dried aluminum hydroxide gel 80mg

Magnesium trisilicate 14.2mg


Purpose



Antacid

Antacid


Uses (Extra Strength)



relieves

  • acid indigestion
  • heartburn
  • sour stomach
  • upset stomach associated with these symptoms

Uses (Regular Strength)



temporarily relieves symptoms of:

  • •heartburn and acid indigestion due to acid reflux

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist Before Use If You Are



  • •taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.
  • •if you are on a sodium-restricted diet

When Using This Product



  • •do not take more than 16 tablets in 24 hours
  • •do not use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks

Keep Out Of Reach Of Children.



In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

In case of overdose, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center.


Do Not Use



  • •for peptic ulcers
  • •if you have trouble swallowing

Ask A Doctor Before Use If You Have



  • •kidney disease
  • •a sodium restricted diet

Ask A Doctor Or Pharmacist If You



  • •are taking a prescription drug. Antacids may interact with certain prescription drugs.

Stop Use And Ask A Doctor If



  • •heartburn or stomach pain continues
  • •you need to take this product for more than 14 days

Directions (Extra Strength)



  • •chew 2-4 tablets four times a day or as directed by a doctor
  • •take after meals and at bedtime or as needed
  • •for best results follow by a half glass of water or other liquid
  • •DO NOT SWALLOW WHOLE

Directions (Regular Strength)



  • do not swallow tablets whole
  • •chew 2 to 4 tablets after meals and at bedtime as needed (up to 4 times a day) or as directed by a doctor. For best results, drink a half glass of water or other liquid after each dose.
  • •do not take more than 16 tablets in 24 hours

Other Information (Extra Strength)



  • Each tablet contains: magnesium 35mg, sodium 20mg
  • •Store at up to 25°C (77°F) in a dry place

Other Information (Regular Strength)



  • Each tablet contains: magnesium 5mg, sodium 21 mg
  • •Store at up to 25°C (77°F) in a dry place

Inactive Ingredients (Extra Strength)



alginic acid, calcium stearate, flavor, sodium bicarbonate, and sucrose. May contain stearic acid. Contains sorbitol or mannitol. May contain starch.


Inactive Ingredients (Extra Strength Cherry)



acesulfame k, alginic acid, artificial flavor, calcium stearate, corn starch, corn syrup solids, mannitol, sodium bicarbonate, stearic acid, sucrose


Inactive Ingredients (Regular Strength)



alginic acid, calcium stearate, flavor, sodium bicarbonate, starch (may contain corn starch) and sucrose


Questions Or Comments?



call toll-free 1-888-367-6471 (English/Spanish) weekdays


Principal Display Panel



NDC 0135-0098-26

Gaviscon®

EXTRA STRENGTH

ANTACID

  • Fast-Acting Heartburn Relief
  • Helps Keep Acid Down for Hours
  • ORIGINAL FLAVOR

    100 Chewable Tablets

    IMPORTANT: Do not use if foil inner seal printed "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is disturbed or missing.

    GAVISCON® is a registered trademark of the Sanofi group of companies and licensed by the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies and TORSO device is a registered trademark of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.

    Distributed by:

    GlaxoSmithKline

    Consumer Healthcare, L.P.

    Moon Twp, PA 15108

    Made in France

    ©2012 GlaxoSmithKline

    102597XA

    NDC 0135-0430-03

    Gaviscon®

    EXTRA STRENGTH

    ANTACID

    • Fast-Acting Heartburn Relief
    • Helps Keep Acid Down for Hours
    • CHERRY FLAVOR

      100 Chewable Tablets

      IMPORTANT: Do not use if foil inner seal printed "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is disturbed or missing.

      GAVISCON® is a registered trademark of the Sanofi group of companies and licensed by the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies and TORSO device is a registered trademark of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.

      Distributed by:

      GlaxoSmithKline

      Consumer Healthcare, L.P.

      Moon Twp, PA 15108

      Made in France

      ©2012 GlaxoSmithKline

      102599XA

      NDC 0135-0096-26

      Gaviscon®

      REGULAR STRENGTH

      Alumina & Magnesium Trisilicate Tablets/ANTACID

      • Relieves Heartburn Caused by Acid Reflux
      • Unique Antacid Barrier
      • ORIGINAL FLAVOR

        100 Chewable Tablets

        IMPORTANT: Do not use if foil inner seal printed "SEALED for YOUR PROTECTION" is disturbed or missing.

        GAVISCON® is a registered trademark of the Sanofi group of companies and licensed by the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies and TORSO device is a registered trademark of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.

        Distributed by:

        GlaxoSmithKline

        Consumer Healthcare, L.P.

        Moon Twp, PA 15108

        Made in France

        ©2012 GlaxoSmithKline

        102598XA


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