Gaviscon Infant Powder for Oral Suspension – 30 Sachets

Gaviscon Infant Powder for Oral Suspension is a pediatric option designed to help babies who experience reflux and regurgitation after feeds. Each unit-dose sachet contains seaweed-derived alginates (225 mg sodium alginate and 87.5 mg magnesium alginate) that work by thickening the stomach contents to make regurgitation less likely.

• Active ingredients: Each sachet (0.65 g) provides 225 mg sodium alginate and 87.5 mg magnesium alginate, derived from seaweed, forming a gel-like layer to help reduce reflux.
• Format and packaging: Powder for oral suspension in a carton of 30 unit-dose sachets, typically joined in pairs for convenient handling.
• Mixing and administration: Dissolve one sachet in water (or expressed breast milk or infant formula) and offer to your baby during or after feeds; for breastfed infants, administer part way through the feed.
• Additional ingredients: May contain mannitol (E421) as part of the formulation.
• Indication and effect: Designed to help manage reflux and regurgitation in infants by thickening gastric contents, reducing the milk that regurgitates and easing associated discomfort.
• Age and safety considerations: Intended for infants; use under the guidance of a healthcare professional, particularly for very young babies or those with ongoing symptoms.

Benefits: By thickening the contents of the baby’s stomach, Gaviscon Infant aims to reduce the frequency and intensity of reflux after feeds and to support feeding comfort. The product is suitable for use with expressed breast milk or formula, and the sachet format supports controlled, per-feed dosing. Always follow the dosing instructions and consult a clinician if symptoms persist or if you have concerns about use in infants under 12 months.

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is Gaviscon Infant Powder for Oral Suspension? It is a powder-based suspension for infants containing sodium alginate and magnesium alginate to help manage reflux symptoms when used as directed.
• How do I prepare and give Gaviscon Infant? Open a sachet, dissolve in water (or expressed breast milk or formula), then give to the baby during or after a feed; for breastfed infants, administer part way through the feed.
• How many sachets can be used in 24 hours? Dosing guidance varies by region and clinician instructions; in some guidelines a limit around 12 sachets in 24 hours is noted, with per-feed dosing and appropriate intervals. Always follow your healthcare professional’s instructions.
• Is Gaviscon Infant suitable for babies under 12 months? The product is intended for infants and should be used under medical supervision, especially for younger or premature babies. Consult a pediatrician before use in infants under 12 months.

Soft, clinician-guided use is recommended to help ensure your baby’s comfort and safety. If reflux symptoms persist or worsen, consult your clinician for guidance on alternatives or additional management strategies.