Description Gaviscon Infant Sachets help to prevent gastric regurgitation in infants, gastro-oesophageal reflux and reflux associated with hiatus hernia in infants and young children. Gaviscon Infant prevents reflux by stabilising the stomach contents, reducing the incidence of reflux and bringing up feeds (posseting). Suitable for both breast and formula-fed babies alongside existing feed so no need to change feeding method. Easy-to-use powder sachets can be mixed with water or milk feed, during or after a feed. Forms a thickening gel which stabilises the stomach contents to reduce reflux episodes. Sugar-free. DOSAGE: If your baby is under one year old, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist before giving Gaviscon infant. Do not give more than six times per 24 hours. Breastfed infants aged 1–2 years: Under 4.5 kg (10 lb) One sachet – Add 5ml of cooled, boiled water to the powder in a glass, mix immediately to a smooth paste, add another 10ml of the water and mix. Give after each feed using a spoon or feeding bottle. Breastfed infants aged 1–2 years: Over 4.5 kg (10 lb) Two sachets – Add 5ml of cooled, boiled water to the powder in a glass, mix immediately to a smooth paste, add another 10ml of the water and mix. Give after each feed using a spoon or feeding bottle. Bottle-fed Infants aged 1–2 years: Under 4.5 kg (10 lb) One sachet to be mixed immediately into not less than 115ml of each feed in the bottle and shaken well. Bottle-fed Infants aged 1–2 years: Over 4.5 kg (10 lb) Two sachets to be mixed immediately into not less than 225ml of each feed in the bottle and shaken well. IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT GAVISCON INFANT: Gaviscon Infant sachets are not appropriate for premature infants, children under 1 year of age except under medical supervision, children over 2 years of age adults or the elderly. Do not use it for more than 7 days without checking with your doctor. Each sachet contains sodium alginate 225mg and magnesium alginate 87.5mg. Always read the enclosed information leaflet. Keep out of the sight and reach of children. Read the patient information leaflet here! You can listen to the Wondercare podcast here! Author: John BrennanView all posts by John Brennan
