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How does Gaviscon Infant reduce gastro-oesophageal reflux?

Name: How does Gaviscon Infant reduce gastro-oesophageal reflux?
Published: 2026-11-08T01:57:08.408Z

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Gaviscon Infant reacts with acidic stomach contents to form a viscous gel, stabilising stomach activity and reducing the incidence of gastro-oesophageal reflux.

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Gaviscon InfantReckitt Benckiser Healthcare (UK) Ltd · emc · SmPC §5.1 Pharmacodynamic properties · Version 4Document updated 19 December 2023

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