Patient Information Leaflet

Bisodol ®

Extra Tablets

THIS LEAFLET TELLS YOU ABOUT BISODOL EXTRA TABLETS.

PLEASE READ IT CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS MEDICINE.

IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS OR ARE NOT SURE ABOUT ANYTHING, ASK YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST.

What’s in this medicine?

Each chewable tablet contains the active ingredients magaldrate 400mg, alginic acid 200mg and sodium bicarbonate 100 mg.

Also contains maize starch, sucrose, microcrystalline cellulose, magnesium stearate and cherry cream flavouring.

BISODOL EXTRA TABLETS are available in packs of 20.

BISODOL EXTRA TABLETS contain three active ingredients: magaldrate and sodium bicarbonate, which belong to a group of medicines called antacids and work by neutralising excess stomach acid, and alginic acid which is a heartburn relieving ingredient that helps prevent acid reflux.

What does the medicine do?

BISODOL EXTRA TABLETS provide relief from the symptoms of acid indigestion and heartburn by neutralising excess acid in the stomach and stopping acid reflux. Reflux occurs when the stomach juices flow back up into the food pipe causing pain and discomfort commonly known as heartburn. This medicine forms a protective layer on top of the stomach contents which prevents reflux and keeps the stomach contents away from the lining of the food pipe.

Heartburn and indigestion may be felt as a burning sensation across the lower part of the chest, a pain spreading from the stomach towards the throat or regurgitation of a sour-tasting liquid. Heartburn may be caused by: over eating, eating rich or spicy food, smoking, drinking alcohol or coffee. Heartburn is often brought on by lying down, bending forward or wearing tight clothing. During the later stages of pregnancy, heartburn can be brought on by the baby putting pressure on the mother’s stomach.

Before you take this medicine

Do not take this medicine if:

• you are allergic to any of the ingredients listed above,
• you have heart or kidney problems.

As with all medicines, if you are pregnant talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using this medicine.

Speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking this medicine if you are taking tetracycline antibiotics or iron tablets.

If you have been told by your doctor that you have an intolerance to some sugars, contact your doctor before taking this medicine.

This medicine contains 27mg of sodium per tablet. To be taken into consideration by patients on a controlled sodium diet.

How to take your medicine

Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years:

suck or chew one or two tablets after meals and at bedtime.

Children under 12 years: not recommended.

If symptoms persist, consult your doctor.

Side effects

Some patients may experience side effects such as bloating or flatulence when taking this medicine. If you experience these symptoms or have any other unusual effects that last for more than a few days, you should tell your doctor.

 

Storing your medicine

Do not store above 25°C.

Do not use after the expiry date on the pack.

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH AND SIGHT OF CHILDREN