Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	No
Marketer	Aeston Life Sciences
Active Ingredient	Aluminium Hydroxide (250mg) + Magnesium (250mg) + Simethicone (50mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	GASTRO INTESTINAL
User Rating	4.8
User Reviews	645

FAQ

What if you forget to take Gastosun Oral Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint Reviews

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is used in the treatment of acidity, bloating and stomach ulcers. It helps by relieving the symptoms such as stomach pain or irritation. It also helps in neutralizing and releasing excess gas in the stomach.

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is a combination of three medicines. Take this medicine in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it by mouth before meals, preferably at bedtime. In case you miss a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. Always complete the prescribed course of treatment. Do not take more than the recommended doses of this medicine as high dose may have harmful effects on the body.

This medicine is generally well tolerated by patients. However, it may cause constipation and diarrhea. Proper hydration helps to overcome these side effects. Always consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Also inform your doctor if you are suffering from any severe stomach, liver, kidney disease, or any other known disease. Immediately consult your doctor if you experience severe diarrhea and constipation.

How Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint Works

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is a combination of two antacids (Aluminium Hydroxide and Magnesium) and an antifoaming medicine (Simethicone). The antacids neutralise excess acid in stomach. The antifoaming medicine disintegrates gas bubbles and allows easy passage of gas.

How to Use Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is to be taken with food.

Benefits of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint

In Acidity: Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint relieves excessive acidity in your stomach which prevents heartburn and indigestion. Usually, it is used along with other medicines for management of your condition. Continue taking it for as long as the doctor may advise you to. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it. Take a fiber-rich diet, avoid oily or spicy food and drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
In Stomach ulcers: Stomach ulcers are painful sores that develop in the inner lining of the stomach or gut (intestine). Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint reduces the amount of acid your stomach makes which prevents further damage to the ulcer as it heals naturally. You may be given other medicines along with this medicine depending on what caused the ulcer. You need to keep taking Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint as prescribed by the doctor for it to be effective, even if the symptoms seem to disappear.
In Bloating: Bloating refers to excessive buildup of gas in our stomach due to abnormal muscle movement in our stomach and intestines. Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint improves the movement of food in the stomach and helps prevent bloating.You should take it exactly as it is prescribed for it to be effective. Some simple lifestyle changes can help stop or reduce bloating. Eat healthy, avoid spicy or oily food, exercise daily for at least 30 minutes and do not overeat.

Uses of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint

Acidity
Bloating
Stomach ulcers

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint Side Effects

Safety Tips

Alcohol ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^SAFE

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Quick Tips

Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines which thin the blood (anticoagulants, e.g. warfarin).
Incorporate the following lifestyle changes in order to prevent acidity and bloating:Make sure you eat regular meals and drink plenty of waterAvoid spicy and fatty fried foodLose weight if you are obeseIf you are a smoker, consider giving upDon't drink too much alcoholDo not go to bed immediately after taking a meal. Sit in a relaxed position for some time for better digestion.
This medicine can make it harder for your body to absorb other medicines, especially certain antibiotics. Avoid taking any other medicine within 2 hours before or 2 hours after you take Gastosun Oral Suspension Mint.
Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve within 2 weeks of taking this medicine.