Gaviscon Peppermint Chewable Tablets 16s

Gaviscon Peppermint is the original Gaviscon formula in a mint-flavoured chewable tablet, using the same active ingredients as the classic liquid: Sodium Alginate together with Calcium Carbonate and Sodium Bicarbonate.

How it works: Once chewed and swallowed, Sodium Alginate reacts instantly with stomach acid, forming a thick gel raft that floats above the stomach contents. This raft acts as a physical barrier that blocks acid from refluxing into the oesophagus, while Calcium Carbonate and Sodium Bicarbonate neutralise any excess acid already present, relieving heartburn quickly.

Because Gaviscon Peppermint tablets are not absorbed into the bloodstream, they suit people who want localised relief without a systemic medicine. The chewable tablet form is also easier to carry than the liquid, with no bottle or measuring spoon required.

Gaviscon Peppermint tablets relieve symptoms caused by acid reflux and excess stomach acid, especially after meals:

• Heartburn — a burning sensation in the chest, often worse when lying down or bending over
• Sour or bitter reflux — acid rising up to the throat
• Indigestion — upper abdominal fullness or discomfort after eating
• Pregnancy reflux — NHS UK notes Gaviscon can be taken during pregnancy since it is not absorbed into the body, but you should still check with your doctor or pharmacist first

Gaviscon Peppermint tablets are best suited to occasional acute symptoms after meals rather than treating daily chronic acid reflux, which may need a PPI alongside lifestyle changes such as smaller meals and avoiding late-night eating.

Dosage for adults and children 12 years and over (per NHS UK):

• Chew 2 to 4 tablets after each meal and at bedtime
• Up to 4 times a day
• Chew thoroughly before swallowing — do not swallow whole

When is the best time to chew Gaviscon Peppermint? Chew it immediately after eating, since the raft-forming reaction relies on stomach acid stimulated by food. Chewing on an empty stomach produces a thinner, less effective raft. A bedtime dose also helps protect against reflux while lying down.

Do not use Gaviscon Peppermint for more than 7 consecutive days without checking with a pharmacist. See a doctor if symptoms do not improve.

Gaviscon Peppermint is generally well tolerated with few side effects, largely because it is not absorbed into the bloodstream. Possible effects noted by NHS UK include:

• Bloating or flatulence — Sodium Bicarbonate releases carbon dioxide when it reacts with stomach acid; this usually passes as belching
• Mild nausea or vomiting — occasional, in some people
• Constipation — from Calcium Carbonate with frequent or high-dose use

Gaviscon Peppermint contains sodium and calcium. People managing sodium or calcium intake, or with kidney or heart disease, should tell their pharmacist before use.

Stop use and seek medical help immediately if you notice signs of a serious allergic reaction, such as swelling of the lips, mouth, throat or tongue, or difficulty breathing.

Contraindications:

• Known allergy to any ingredient — Sodium Alginate, Calcium Carbonate, or Sodium Bicarbonate
• Children under 12 years — only under a doctor’s advice (NHS UK)

Precautions:

• Sodium- or calcium-restricted diets, kidney disease, liver disease, or heart disease — consult a doctor first, since each tablet contributes to daily sodium and calcium intake
• Phenylketonuria or low blood phosphate levels — consult a doctor first (NHS UK)
• Chew Gaviscon Peppermint at least 2 hours apart from other medicines such as antibiotics, iron, or thyroid medication, as it may affect absorption
• Avoid ibuprofen and aspirin alongside it, as these can worsen heartburn (paracetamol can be taken as normal)

Different acid reflux medicines suit different needs:

• Gaviscon Dual Action chewable tablets — a stronger formula with more antacid, suited to more severe heartburn
• Gaviscon Peppermint liquid and Gaviscon Dual Action liquid — same mechanism but require a bottle or sachet and a measuring spoon
• Omeprazole GPO and Nexium (Esomeprazole) — PPIs that suppress acid production at the source; slower onset but all-day control, best for chronic reflux

What makes this tablet different: it is the original mint formula at a balanced strength, with no water or measuring spoon needed — just chew and go.

Simple guide: Want portability and instant relief → this original-formula chewable tablet | More severe symptoms → Dual Action tablets | Daily chronic reflux → a PPI such as Omeprazole GPO or Nexium

Each Gaviscon colour is a different formula, varying in alginate strength and antacid ratio:

• Green (Original formula) — Sodium Alginate with Calcium Carbonate and Sodium Bicarbonate in a balanced ratio, as in this chewable tablet
• Pink (Dual Action) — alginate paired with a higher antacid dose
• Orange (Advance) — double-strength alginate with almost no antacid

Read the full colour comparison in our Gaviscon guide article.

Gaviscon Peppermint tablets are among the fastest-acting acid reflux medicines because the mechanism is physical, not dependent on absorption:

• Within minutes — heartburn relief typically begins once the gel raft forms and blocks acid
• Around 4 hours — how long one dose typically lasts (per NHS UK)
• Compared to PPIs — medicines like Omeprazole GPO or Nexium need 1 to 4 weeks of continuous use for full effect, so Gaviscon Peppermint is useful for acute relief while waiting for a PPI to take full effect

If symptoms do not improve within 30 minutes, or are severe, consult a pharmacist or doctor rather than repeating extra doses.

Where to buy Gaviscon Peppermint?

Order Gaviscon Peppermint acid reflux tablets online at Intimo Life. We deliver across Thailand within 1–3 business days. All orders are packed discreetly, with no product name printed on the outer packaging.