40 YEARS OF EXPERIENCETREATING HEARTBURN& INDIGESTION

Providing heartburn and indigestion relief worldwide

About Gaviscon

Helping people feel better

Welcome to the leading over-the-counter brand in Digestive Relief. Our well-established heartburn and indigestion solution provides fast relief and long-lasting protection. Available in leading drugstores nationwide.

Our Story

More than 45 years of excellence

In 1964, Swedish radiologist Dr Stig Sandmark discovered the benefits of viscosity as a reflux suppressant Gastric Viscosity Control. In 1997, Gaviscon Advance followed, before Double Action made its debut in 2006. Today, Gaviscon is the number one brand for heartburn and indigestion worldwide.

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The Science

How does Gaviscon work?

Our main ingredient, sodium alginate, is derived from natural seaweed sustainably harvested along the shores of Norway. It creates a protective barrier or raft over the irritating stomach content (which is mostly acid, but also pepsin and bile). The antacid component in the formula - calcium carbonate and sodium bicarbonate - also works to counteract acidity. Gaviscon lasts 2x longer than regular antacids - up to 4 hours.

Creates a raft
A protective “raft” stops irritating stomach acid from rising upwards.
Neutralises acidity
Antacids counteract acidity for dual relief.
Long-lasting relief
Enjoy peace of mind with Gaviscon in your life.

A sodium alginate solution

Sodium alginate is extracted from the cell walls of seaweed. It helps the stomach block rising acid, the root cause of the discomfort heartburn and indigestion sufferers know so well.