Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets, PL 00108/0123 Label-Leaflet Text (used on 30 tablets pack)
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CARRIER:
Bisodol® Indigestion Relief
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Forest logo
Forest Laboratories UK Limited,
Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 8NS, United Kingdom.
Barcode
PL 0108/0123
Malta MA 003/01401
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LEAFLET FACE:
BISODOL INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS -
a unique triple action formula to provide effective, rapid relief from acid indigestion, heartburn and trapped wind.
Dosage: Suck or chew one or two tablets as required. Not recommended for children under 12 years. If symptoms persist, please consult your doctor. If you are pregnant talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
READ INSIDE THIS LABEL BEFORE FIRST USE.
REMOVE DISC UNDER CAP IF MISSING DO NOT USE.
Each tablet contains: calcium carb. 522mg, light mag. carb. 68mg, sod bicarbonate 64mg.
Sodium content 18mg per tablet.
Also contains: saccharin, sugar.
Do not store above 25°C
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH AND SIGHT OF CHILDREN
Forest logo
Forest Laboratories UK Limited,
Whiddon Valley, Barnstaple, North Devon, EX32 8NS, United Kingdom.
PL 0108/0123 Malta MA 003/01401 Label component code Barcode
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worsening of symptoms. This is called rebound hyperacidity. Consult your doctor if this symptom does not go away.
If you have any further questions on the use of this product, ask your pharmacist.
4. POSSIBLE SIDE EFFECTS
Like all medicines, Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.
Some patients may experience side effects such as constipation or diarrhoea. Reporting of side effects
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or nurse. This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet. You can also report side effects directly via the Yellow Card Scheme at www.mhra.gov.uk/yellowcard By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.
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5. HOW TO STORE BISODOL INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS
Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack after EXP. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Do not store above 25°C.
Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste. Ask
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your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines no longer required. These measures will help to protect the environment.
6. FURTHER INFORMATION
What Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets contain
The active substances are calcium carbonate 522 mg, light magnesium carbonate 68 mg and sodium bicarbonate 64 mg.
The other ingredients are saccharin sodium, maize starch, sucrose, calcium stearate and peppermint oil flavouring.
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What Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets look like and contents of the pack
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets are chewable tablets. They are round, white tablets with Bisodol imprinted on both sides.
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets are available in packs of 20, 30 and 100 tablets. Forest logo
Marketing Authorisation holder
Forest Laboratories UK Limited Whiddon Valley Barnstaple North Devon EX32 8NS United Kingdom 12
Manufacturer
Brunel Healthcare Manufacturing Ltd,
Swadlincote,
Derbyshire DE11 0BB, UK
This leaflet was last updated in: February 2015
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LEAFLET REVERSE:
BISODOL® INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS
Calcium Carbonate 522 mg, Light Magnesium Carbonate 68 mg, Sodium Bicarbonate 64 mg.
Read all of this leaflet carefully because it contains important information for you.
This medicine is available without prescription. However, you still need to take Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets carefully to get the best results.
• Keep this leaflet. You may need to read it again.
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• Ask your pharmacist if you need more information or advice.
• You must contact a doctor if your symptoms worsen or do not improve.
• If any of the side effects get serious, or if you notice any side effect not listed in this leaflet, please tell your doctor or pharmacist.
In this leaflet:
1. What Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets are and what they are used for
2. Before you take Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
3. How to take Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
4. Possible side effects
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5. How to store Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
6. Further information
1. WHAT BISODOL INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS ARE AND WHAT THEY ARE USED FOR
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets are antacids. They work by neutralising excess stomach acid.
Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets treat the pain and discomfort of acid indigestion, heartburn and trapped wind.
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2. BEFORE YOU TAKE BISODOL INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS Do not take Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
• If you are allergic to any of the ingredients (see Section 6 for ingredients),
• If you have been told the level of phosphate in your blood is low (hypophosphataemia),
• If you have heart or kidney problems.
Take special care with Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
• If you have been told by 5
your doctor that you are intolerant to some sugars, speak to your doctor before taking Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets.
• If you are following a controlled sodium diet, you should take into consideration that each tablet contains 18mg of sodium.
Taking other medicines
If you are taking tetracycline antibiotics or iron tablets, speak to your doctor or pharmacist before taking Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets.
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Pregnancy and breast-feeding
Ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.
3. HOW TO TAKE BISODOL INDIGESTION RELIEF TABLETS Dose
• Adults, the elderly and children over 12 years
Suck or chew one or two tablets, as required.
• Children under 12 years
Not recommended.
If symptoms persist, you should consult your doctor.
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If you take more Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets than you should
It is unlikely that they will cause you any harm. However, you may experience constipation, diarrhoea or feel bloated. Consult your doctor if these symptoms do not go away.
If you stop taking Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets
If you stop taking Bisodol Indigestion Relief Tablets after you have been taking them for a long time, you may suffer a temporary Information continues on page 9
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