Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml
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Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml

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Experience effective relief from heartburn and acid reflux with Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml. This powerful aniseed flavour liquid remedy is designed to provide lasting comfort by forming a protective layer over stomach contents.

Description

Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml offers a unique formulation with double the concentration of sodium alginate compared to Gaviscon Original. This creates a strong, protective raft on top of your stomach contents, working to prevent acid from rising back into the oesophagus.

Fast and Effective Relief

Ideal for those seeking rapid and sustained relief from uncomfortable symptoms, this liquid formula gets to work quickly. It helps to alleviate:

  • Heartburn
  • Acid reflux and acid indigestion
  • Symptoms associated with hiatus hernia
  • Reflux oesophagitis (inflamed food pipe)
  • Hoarseness, sore throat, and cough caused by reflux

The aniseed flavour provides a pleasant taste, making it an easy-to-take solution for adults and children over 12 years old. Trust Weldricks Pharmacy for your acid reflux liquid remedy needs, offering convenient online ordering and reliable delivery across the UK.

FAQ

How does Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml work?

Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml works by forming a protective layer, often called a 'raft,' on top of your stomach contents. This physical barrier helps to prevent stomach acid from rising into the oesophagus (food pipe), providing rapid relief from heartburn and acid reflux.

What is the difference between Gaviscon Advance and Gaviscon Original?

Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml contains double the concentration of sodium alginate compared to Gaviscon Original, making it a stronger formula for more severe or persistent symptoms of heartburn and acid reflux.

Can I take Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

You can take Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, but as with all medicines, the treatment duration should be limited as much as possible. It is always best to consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice before use.

How should I store Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml?

Store this medicine safely away from children. Do not refrigerate. Once opened, use the product within 3 months. Ensure the cap seal is unbroken before first use.

Directions

Shake well before use.

  • Adults including the elderly and children 12 years and over: Take 5-10ml (one to two 5ml spoonfuls) after meals and at bedtime.
  • Children under 12 years: Should only be taken on medical advice.

If you forget a dose, it is not necessary to double the dose the next time; just carry on taking as before.

Patient Information Leaflet
Warnings
  • Do not take Gaviscon Advance Aniseed flavour Oral Suspension if you know you are allergic (hypersensitive) to any of the ingredients (see the Ingredients section for a full list). Allergic reactions may include skin rash, itching, difficulty breathing, dizziness, or swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking the product immediately and consult your doctor if you experience these or any other side effects.
  • Each 10ml dose contains 4.6 mmol of sodium, 2.0 mmol of potassium and 2.0 mmol of calcium. If you have been advised to follow a diet restricted in any of these, please consult your doctor before taking this product.
  • This product contains methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates which may cause allergic reactions (possibly delayed).
  • This treatment may be less effective if you have decreased amounts of gastric acid produced in your stomach.
  • If symptoms persist after 7 days, consult your doctor.
  • If you take too much of this product, it is unlikely to cause you any harm; however, you may feel bloated. Consult your doctor or pharmacist if this does not go away.
  • This medicine contains 0.525 mg benzyl alcohol in each 5 ml. Benzyl alcohol may cause allergic reactions.
  • Consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you are pregnant or breast-feeding. Large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build up in your body and may cause side effects (called "metabolic acidosis"). As with all medicines, the treatment duration should be limited as much as possible during pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Consult your doctor or pharmacist for advice if you have liver or kidney disease. Large amounts of benzyl alcohol can build up in your body and may cause side effects (called "metabolic acidosis").
  • This medicine contains 1.0 mmol (39.06 mg) of potassium per 5 ml. This should be taken into consideration by patients with reduced kidney function or those on a controlled potassium diet.
  • If you require four or more daily doses for a prolonged period, especially if you have been advised to follow a low salt diet or if you suffer from significant kidney or heart disease, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist, as certain salts could interfere with these diseases.
  • Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking or have recently taken any other medicines, including those obtained without prescription. Wait at least 2 hours between taking Gaviscon Advance Liquid Aniseed 500ml and other medicines such as tetracyclines, fluoroquinolones (types of antibiotics), iron salts, thyroid hormones, chloroquine (a medication used to prevent malaria), bisphosphonates (a medication to treat osteoporosis) and estramustine (a medication to treat prostate cancer).
  • This medicine has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines.
  • Do not use this product after the expiry date (EXP: month/year) shown.
  • Do not refrigerate.
  • Use within 3 months of opening.
  • Keep all medicines safely away from children.
  • Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
Ingredients

Each 10 ml of oral suspension contains 1000 mg sodium alginate and 200 mg potassium hydrogen carbonate as the active ingredients. The other ingredients include:

  • Calcium carbonate
  • Carbomer
  • Methyl (E218) and propyl (E216) parahydroxybenzoates
  • Benzyl alcohol (present in fennel flavour)
  • Sodium saccharin
  • Sodium hydroxide
  • Aniseed flavour (derived from fennel)
  • Purified water

This product does not contain sugar or gluten.

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on 30/06/2025

Gaviscon Advance is my preferred acid reflux product. It can be difficult to find larger bottles of the aniseed flavour and the peppermint flavour tastes awful; I'm very grateful to Weldricks for making this available to purchase.

Verified purchase 07/06/2025 |

on 24/01/2025

Always an excellent service from Weldricks - have used Gaviscon Advance for many years - it really does help with my silent reflux

Verified purchase 07/12/2024 |

on 07/11/2024

Amazing service from Weldricks and very reliable. Use Gaviscon Advanced on a regular basis for reflux and can always rely on Weldricks. Thank you.

Verified purchase 24/06/2024 |

on 12/07/2024 (updated 26/03/2025)

Have used gaviscon for a long time now and cannot use any other it is the only thing that eases my condition could not do without i t would reccomend your service as always prompt delivery and good value many thanx

Verified purchase 18/02/2025 |

on 30/05/2024

Always relieves my indigestion, wouldn’t use anything else

Verified purchase 09/02/2024 |

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